19th Century Figurative Sculptures

Presenting this fabulous "Chrysis" nude woman mascot or paperweight crafted in etched and polished amber crystal. This example is a limited edition release from the late 1990s produc...

This is beautiful antique French marble shoulder length bust of a beautiful maiden, signed Auguste Moreau, circa 1890 in date. The face and body has been sensitively modelled in Carrara marble with her head tilted to the right, her loose hair falling on her bare shoulders. There is no mistaking its unique design and superb quality, which is certain to attract attention and make it a talking point in any room of your home. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 53 x Width 33 x Depth 23 Dimensions in inches: Height 20.9 x Width 13.0 x Depth 9.1 Louis Auguste Moreau, 1855-1919, was a French sculptor best known for his bronze-cast figurines. His allegorical Art Nouveau works often depicted women, children, cherubs, and historical figures adorned with floral motifs and ornaments, and were influential to other artists working at the time. Born in Dijon, France in 1855 to a celebrated family of sculptors, including his father Auguste Moreau, he went on to regularly exhibit his work at the Paris Salon from 1861 on. The artist died in 1919 in France. Carrara marble - is a type of white or blue-grey marble popular for use in sculpture and building decor. It is quarried at the city of Carrara in the province of Massa-Carrara (Tuscany, Italy). Carrara marble has been used since the time of Ancient Rome; the Pantheon and Trajan's Column in Rome are constructed of it. Many sculptures of the Renaissance, such as Michelangelo's David, were carved from Carrara marble. For Michelangelo at least, Carrara marble was valued above all other stone, except perhaps that of his own quarry in Pietrasanta. The Marble Arch in London and the Duomo di Siena are also made from this stone, as are the interiors of Manila Cathedral, the cold-white marbles of the Sheikh Zayed Mosque and the campus of Harvard Medical...

Car Mascot "Tete d'Aigle" (Eagle) made in glass with grey patina by René Lalique in 1928. Molded signature on neck. Perfect condition. height: 11,5 cm Félix Marcilhac, René Laliqu...

A beautiful marble bust of a young woman Atala, handed carved of white Carrara marble in the 1890s signed A. Piazza, Carrara. Carrara is a city in Italy famous around the would for i...

Art Deco bronze car mascot French bulldog signed by Gaston H. Bourcart. The hood ornament is in gilt bronze and stands on a marble base. France 1925. This mascot is illustrated plate nr. 329 Mascottes passion, Michel Legrand, Antic show éditions. More information: Mascottes automobiles...

Auguste Moreau bronze & marble male & female 28" lovers sculpture statue. Item features heavy cast bronze sculpture, marble base, wonderful detai...

Vintage metal figure of the traditional roman chariot with an olympic symbol stamped. Made by unknown manufacturer in Spain, circa 1950. In ...

Sculpture in calamine. Signed “Aug. Moreau ”. Following models by Auguste Moreau, France, 19th century. It is reminiscent of works such as the bronze entitled "The Fountain" by Mat...

Bronze. Painted. Figural. 35 3/4" h x 16" w x 12" d. Condition Good condition.

Art Deco French Bronze Sculpture of a Sphinx. Signed C. Charles Bronze sculpture of the stone Sphinx of Giza in Egypt, on a rectangular marble base. Signed C. Charles and Stamped F...

Crafted in France, circa 1880, the antique clay composition features three cheerful children in traditional clothing and boots; they are sitting on a bench, laughing and talking with...

An Austrian Ernst Wahliss Art Nouveau figurine, circa 1880 Ernst Wahliss (1837-1900), Austrian Art Nouveau ceramic sculptural figure of a semi draped ...