Marble Sculptures

Elegant French Art Deco sculpture by Salvatore Melani, created in France in the 1920s, titled “Lady with a Lamb.” This refined figurative sculpture is crafted in spelter with a marbl...

Gorgeous art nouveau "Shy Girl" bronze by Georges Van der Straeten for Société des Bronzes de Paris, circa 1900s. The bust has wonderful detail and is in very good vintage condition ...

Statuette of King Frederick II of Prussia, Friedrich der Große, "Alte Fritz" Workshop of Christian Daniel Rauch Bronze, dark patina, green mar...

An impressive pair of large decorative tessellated stone obelisks, dating to the third quarter of the 20th century. Each obelisk features a striking pink salmon-colored tessellated s...

This finely executed bust of a Naiad is attributed to the neoclassical sculptor John Gibson (1790 – 1866). A Naiad was a type of mythological water nymph and is depicted here with her head bowed and cocked slightly to the side, displaying her strong neo-Hellenistic profile. In her hair, the nymph wears a headdress that is comprised of long and slender reed leaves, which not only identifies her iconographically as a water spirit, but draws a close comparison with those worn by the female figures in John Gibson’s Hylas Surprised by the Naiades (1827 - 1837) (fig.1). The downwards and off-centre orientation of our Naiad bust mirrors that of the taller figure on the left of the group, who rests her cheek on the head young Hylas (fig.2) Her facial physiognomy follows the neo-Hellenistic archetype established by Gibson and can be closely compared with his Tinted Venus – one of the most important statues of the Victorian era (1851–56, Walker Art Gallery, Liverpool) (fig.3). While Gibson’s Tinted Venus is known best for its controversial polychrome ‘tinting’, the essential structure of the face—broad brow, finely drawn nose, wide (and slightly drooping) almond-shaped eyes - provided a template that Gibson returned to repeatedly in his depiction of mythological maidens. Critics of the time noted the consistency of his female types, with some seeing their idealised severity as an antidote to the sentimentality of much mid-Victorian sculpture (fig.4 – 6). The facial physiognomy is also very similar to a drawing by Gibson at the Royal Academy that depicts Hero weeping over the dead body of Leander (fig.7). The socle style of the present work also finds comparisons with Gibsons busts of Cupid and Aurora. This was of course somewhat standardised, but it is interesting to note the extent of their similarity with our bust. John Gibson RA is considered by many to be the greatest British sculptor of the nineteenth century working in the Neoclassical style. It is hard to overestimate the impact Rome had on the life and art of the artist. He first arrived in the city around 1817, when he was just twenty-six, and remained a resident there until his death. Not only did Rome’s ancient sculptural treasures and architectural fragments offer Gibson a lifetime of inspiration, but the Grand Tourists who poured into Rome in the first half of the nineteenth century provided him with many commercial opportunities. These rich or aristocratic travellers sought out mythological sculptures for their grand, palatial residences. However, since the papal decrees of Doria Pamphilj and Pacca of 1803 banned the export of ancient Greek and Roman works of art from Rome, there was a large demand for modern idealised sculpture in the Neoclassical style (Frasca-Rath 2016, p. 10). During his early days in the city he had the great fortune to train under both Antonio Canova and Bertel Thorvaldsen (Roscoe and Hardy 2009, p. 522). He referred continuously to Canova as his “master”, particularly in his memoirs, which he dictated to Margarete Sandbach at the beginning of the 1850s; these were subsequently published by Lady Eastlake in 1870. Moreover, he claimed to be Canova’s last pupil in a letter to Antonio Gacini, Secretary of the Royal Academy in Milan in 1861, written to thank the Academy for accepting him as an Honorary Member: “The first instruction which I received in my art was from an Italian. It was Canova whose pupil I became in the year 1817 and studied under him for five years when he died. I was his last pupil” (Royal Academy Archive GI/1376). By 1821, Gibson had established his own studio in the via Fontanella, off the via Babuino. From here he aimed to produce sculpture of “the sublime and the purest beauty”, believing that the sculptor’s role was to select and combine the most beautiful parts of nature to create a harmonious whole, which would delight and elevate the viewer. By the mid nineteenth century he was one of the few remaining exponents of the so-called ‘pure’ and ‘neo Hellenistic’ style of sculpture, resolutely upholding the Neoclassical ideals established by Wincklemann, in a period when naturalism and modern subjects preoccupied the majority of artists in Europe (Turner, ed., 1996, p. 598). Gibson was convinced of the importance of disseminating artistic ideas through the younger generations, an ideal no doubt impressed upon him by Canova, and established ‘the British Academy of Arts in Rome’. His students included William Theed (1804–1891), Benjamin Spence (1822–1866), Harriet Hosmer...

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Italian Grand Tour Style Patinated Bronze Bust of Napoleon Bonaparte on Marble Base, circa 1960. A classic mid-20th-century Grand Tour style portrait bust depicting Emperor Napoleon...

This bronze sculpture depicts a Native American in an upright, dignified pose, wearing the traditional attire of the North American Plains peoples. The statue is crafted from 100% b...

A life-size French 19th-20th century carved marble sculpture of "Venus and Cupid" In the manner of Felix Maurice Charpentier (French, 1858-1924). The tall and slender nude figure of ...

An exceptional late 19th century bronze figure by H. F. Moreau (1832-1917) and P. Lecourtier (1851-1924), 'Hunter with Hounds', depicting a finely dressed French huntsman...

Sculpture of Oceanus in Carrara marble, 20th century, the sculpture is a copy of the one made by Nicola Salvi 1732 and Giuseppe Pannini 1762, for the Trevi fountain. ADDITIONAL PHOTO...

A beautifully sculpted composite marble bust of the famous Roman Statesman Julius Caesar, dating from the late 20th century. The attention to detail throughout the piece is second t...

Vintage jeweled elephant sculpture paper weight wearing traditional ceremonial costume. Finely hand painted animal sculpture of an elephant...

Striking French Art Deco sculpture depicting Diana, the Roman goddess of the hunt, shown kneeling in a dynamic pose as she draws her bow, accompanied by a pair of stylized pheasants....

This bronze by Alois Mayer is called "Blind Justice". It stands !!.25" tall and rest on a green marble base. Its signed on the back.

Austrian cold-painted bronze figure by Franz Xaver Bergman Austrian, Early 20th Century Height 31cm, width 21cm, depth 14cm This intriguing sculpture was made in early 20th century...

Provenance: Private collection, Canada and Israel (before 1955); by descent. Carved in white marble, this fragment preserves the body a Sphinx and dates to around the A.D. 2nd cent...

Purchase from a Beverly Hills collector, the piece dates to the mid century, 1960s. It is a piece unique sculpture and is unfortunately not signed. Its base is very heavy and support...

Art deco bronze around 1930 Deer with brown patina on a bacxia marble base signed on the marble L Alliot and stamped bronze on the deer. In very good shape. Length: 47cm Width: 10...

Aphrodite Callipygia, in white veined marble, 20th century. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION ABOUT THE LOT, AND A SHIPPING QUOTE CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL TO

A Very Fine English Life-Size Neoclassical Revival Style White Marble Group of a Standing "Fisher Girl with a Dog", the tall and slender sculpture depicting a standing scantily clad nude maiden wrapped in a fishing net, wearing nothing but a tiara...

An exceptional and rare **French Art Deco bronze figural group by the Belgian sculptor Michel Decoux (1837–1924)**, titled *La Chasse” (The Hunt), featuring a poised hunter in dynam...

Beautiful solid green marble decorative sphere on bronze base, circa 1970s. The piece is in very good condition with no chips or cracks; it has a nic...

Set of Nine Italian Alabaster Egg Sculptures, circa 1970s A beautiful set of nine alabaster egg sculptures, handmade in Italy circa the 1970s. Each egg showcases the natural veining...

19th Century Marble Bust of Antinous after the original known as the 'Antinous Vaticano' discovered at Hadrian's Villa. Featuring realistic detail to hair and handsome facial features...

Wonderfully large "LOUIS XV VALET DE CHASSE" Bronze Sculpture by PJ Mene, Signed and dated in cast 1869. This is a large sculpture made of solid bronze, which weighs over 175 lbs....

This exceptional Art Deco bronze sculpture of a Spanish dancer was created by renowned French sculptor Maurice Guiraud-Rivière (1881–1947), one of the leading figures of French decor...

Antique, sculpture of Hercules in white marble, late 19th century Estimated shipping costs in Italy: 200€ and in Europe: 420€. 93 x 30 x 44 cm, 19th century. Sculptures, Marbl...

An early 18th Century, antique Istrian Church wall relief or panel made of Marmor Biancone, in good condition. Minor fading due to age. Wear consistent with age and use. Circa 1700 -...

A nice high quality Neo classical grand tour homage by Theodore and Alexander. It features a specimen marble sphere on a mounted bronze and marble base. It is cast of bronze and moun...

A stunning pair of monumental neoclassical or Grand Tour style solid marble pink, gray, brown, and black obelisks on solid marble pedestals. The sculptur...

Charming and finely carved Italian white marble figural sculpture, dating to the late 19th century, depicting a young woman reclining upon a naturalistically modeled rocky ground whi...

Impressive Art Deco sculpture of a nude dancer with discs, danse Paienne, 19.7 inch tall. Signed Derenne. Pseudonym used by Marcel Bouraine for his art metal sculptures cast by the...

This contemporary chrome metal sculpture offers an artistic interpretation of natural crystalline structures. The work consists of a complex assembly of multiple twelve-sided geometr...

Art Deco Bronze Sculpture BALANCE by Guiraud Rivière This Art Deco bronze sculpture dates from 1920 and is titled “Balance”. The work was crea...

Original bronzed spelter and open wings eagle bookends on marble base, circa 1920. If eagles hold a special meaning for you or for someone you love, then this unique pair of bookend...

Life-sized marble sculpture of the so called ‘Resting Hermes’ by Lysippos. The sculpture was hand-carved out of white marble and has a fine surface.

Signed Machauld et Eug. Cornu – G. Viot et Cie Fondeurs Bust of a Greek goddess, made entirely of silvered bronze and gilded bronze. The tiara and collar necklace ornating the bust are finely decorated with stylized floral motifs of polychrome champlevé enamel. It rests on a molded base and square plinth made in red griotte marble. The sculptor Eugène Cornu (1827-1899), installed in Paris at N.29 rue Popincourt, after having worked as a designer and then director for the renowned company Tahan, worked closely with the « Compagnie des Marbres Onyx...

This is a vintage recumbent lion. A French, animalier figure in bronze and marble, after Antonio Canova, dating to the mid 20th century, circa 1950. A striking mid-century interpret...

A souvenir of the Grand Tour, Rome stage. Trajan's column. The famous monument is representative of Rome, Caput Mundi, and the greatest empire of its time in its maximum splendor. He...

"Briseis" bas-relief by Achilles to the Arabs, after Canova, in white Carrara marble. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, LOT INFORMATION, AND A SHIPPING QUOTE CAN BE REQUESTED BY SENDING AN EMAIL E...

Elegant Art Nouveau standing nude by Joe Descomps. Gilt bronze on marble base with Susse Frères foundry mark, France circa 1900. This refined Art Nouveau sculpture of a standing fem...

Mid-Century Modern hand carved pale pink marble polar bear figurine, animal sculpture, 1970. A-604-335

A stunning and extremely high quality Italian 19th century white Carrara marble statue of a beautiful bathing woman. The statue is raised by a ground designed base where the richly s...

Alluring patinated bronze sculpture by Émile Louis Picault depicting an allegorical figure, a classically draped winged woman, gracefully extending into the air with arms raised. A s...

Rêverie, Art Deco Lamp seated lady by Raymonde Guerbe – Max Le Verrier, 1930 An exceptional and highly collectible Art Deco lamp titled “Reverie”, created by Raymonde Guerbe, also kn...

Headless statue of Togated Venus in white statuary marble. ADDITIONAL PHOTOS, INFORMATION OF THE LOT AND SHIPPING INFORMATION CAN BE REQUEST BY SENDING...

Italian baroque marble angel. Partly painted, in original untouched condition. Is missing a few fingers. Previously repaired (see photos). Italy, 1680...

An Impressive 19th Century Italian Hand-Carved Carrara Marble Model of The Three Graces, Originally by Antonio Canova. The carving on this piece is exceptionally well done. The faces, hair, hands and draped clothing...

This sculpture depicts a young woman in a dynamic dance pose, with one leg raised and her head turned to the side. The costume is decorated with diamond-shaped patterns evoking the t...

A white statuary marble sculpture of the bathing Venus after the antique, sourced from the estate of the late David Cornwell, best known at the author John le Carré. Dating to circa...

A beautifully cast mid century bronze statue by J.G. Kendall, produced by the renowned Gorham Company. Dating to the 1940s–1950s, this charming piece depicts a young girl with pigtai...

Italian grand tour marble and alabaster sphere on stand. This elegant object originates from a dedicated collection of grand tour items and exemplifies the refined souvenirs acquired...

Impressive Art Deco Bronze Sculpture of a Panther by Emile Louis Bracquemond, bronze with black patina, on a Belgian black marble base. Signed and with founders signature Etling Par...

Rare & fabulous Antique Napoleon lll clock garniture with incredible quality bronze sculptures. You will rarely see a clock garniture with bronzes of this quality and detail. The bearded thinker/philosopher on top of the marble clock is simply astonishing. His natural poisture, his hair, face and hands, but also his clothes, it is all of a quality and detail that only a master sculptor can achieve. And the patina also is just perfect. The philosopher is marked on the back and it reads 'BE x'. The two bronze female (classical maiden) sculptures are in fact two stunning candle holders and they too stand on beautifully shaped black marble bases with cartouches. These majestic candle holders are marked on the sides 'L.V.E. ROBERT' (Louis Valentin Elias Robert) and on the back they read 'AD x'. The black marble clock comes with a circular dial face with gilt Roman numerals and this clock has a well working movement. The movement is stamped 'DENIERE / A PARIS' and '2165'. On the bottom it reads A.Blacher and there also is a cachet with 'MEDAILLE D'OR / Paris / 1827'. If you like this one of a kind, clock set as much as we do then you will love our price. Especially, since perfect packing (in a custom made crate) and worldwide delivery from our store to your door in just 4 days are complimentary. Maximum clock height x width x depth: 22 x 17 x 8.5 inches. The large figure candle holders...

Elegant ballerina dancer in bronze with multi-colored patina, on her toes, mounted on a marble base This sculpture is signed H Fournier (Hippolyte, 1853-1926) Light wear to the pat...

Clarté, iconic 84 cm / 33 inch tall Art Deco style figural table lamp of a standing nude holding a glass shade by Max Le Verrier with foundry mark. Designed in 1928. Posthumous conte...

A stunning vintage Italian bronze horse sculpture, mounted on a marble base. This dates from around the 1970’s. It is of superb quality and is an impressive size. It has wonderful d...

Roger Godchaux (1878 - 1958): two lioness figures / sculptures Silvered bronze mounted as bookends on marble plinths; both with plaque to base inscribed "Godchaux Sclp./ Susse Fres...

A stunning antique early 20th-century Austrian Art Nouveau bronze portrait figurine / sculpture depicting the renowned golfer Harry Vardon, titled "Joueur au Golf". This piece is dat...