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19th Century Pigalle-Inspired Bronze Sculpture of a Child Holding a Cage, France

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19th-century patinated bronze sculpture of a child holding a birdcage based on a design by Jean-Baptiste Pigalle, France By: Jean-Baptiste Pigalle (in the style of) Material: bronze, copper, tin, metal, stone, marble, wood Technique: cast, molded, patinated, polished, metalwork, varnished Dimensions: 8 in x 10 in Date: 19th century Style: Rococo Revival, Neoclassicism Place of origin: France A finely cast 19th-century French bronze sculpture depicting a seated child, possibly a putto, holding a birdcage. Inspired by a design by Jean-Baptiste Pigalle, a prominent sculptor of 18th-century France, whose work bridged Baroque dynamism with Neoclassical restraint, the figure’s posture, softened contours, and expressive gesture reflect a Rococo sensibility, while the structural elegance of the cage and the polished finish suggest a transition toward Neoclassicism. The sculpture rests on a double-tiered circular base: the upper section in smooth white marble, subtly veined and cool-toned, the lower in rich, dark-stained wood with a soft varnish, adding visual weight and balance. Patinated to a deep, warm brown, the surface reveals a refined treatment of textures—from the fleshy modeling of the child to the stylized foliage and vegetal motifs under it.
  • Similar to:
    Jean-Baptiste Pigalle (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Diameter: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Style:
    Rococo Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Copper,Marble,Metal,Stone,Tin,Wood,Carved,Cast,Metalwork,Molded,Patinated,Varnished
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    19th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    North Miami, FL
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU8678245399282

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