French Sculptures

Emile Louis Picault (1833-1915) « LE TRAVAIL » bronze statue The bronze statue 'Le Travail' by Émile Louis Picault is much more than a mere work of art. It embodies the very essence...

Arts deco neoclassic Plautilla alabaster bust, circa 1930 white alabaster marble Handcrafted in the neoclassic style Very good condition For shipping: H 29 x W 13.5 x D 11.5 2....

Jericho, Art Deco style sculpture of a nude with shield and trumpet by Raymonde Guerbe, the wife of the French sculptor Pierre Le Faguays. Design ca. 1930. Posthumous contemporary ...

A rare and charming 19th-century bronze sculpture of a sea lion, captured in an elegant, lifelike pose with its head gently tilted upward. The smooth lines and refined modeling of th...

"CHIEN DE CHASSE (HUNTING DOG)" BY PAUL-EDOUARD DELABRIERRE (FRENCH, 1829-1912) Patinated bronze with plaster filled base; signed in rock "E. Delabrier...

Isidore-Jules Bonheur (French, 1827–1901) A Rare Gilt and Patinated Bronze Jockey on A Horse, circa 1875. Introducing a truly exceptional and highly s...

Au But, Antique bronze sculpture of 3 nude runners by Alfred Boucher with the Siot founders' signature. Patinated bronze on red marble base. France, circa...

Art Deco figural table lamp of a standing nude holding a glass ball. This is the iconic model called Clarté, This version is called LUM...

Highly detailed original 19th century bronze sculpture of young lady holding flowers. Dressed in beautiful gown with flowers in her hair. Signed on b...

Danseuse Païenne (pagan dancer) graceful sculpture of a dancer Design by Alexandre-Joseph Derenne for Max Le Verrier Patinated spelter Marble base Original Art Déco, Franc...

Beautiful and large bronze sculpture with brown and gold patina, signed Charles B., featuring a black sandblasted marble base and depicting Cupid with outstretched wings. The god of ...

Provenance : - Kunsthaus Heinrich Hahn, Frankfurt am Main, sale 16, June 17, 1930, lot 16. - Sotheby's, Amsterdam, Feb. 26, 2006, lot 201. HISTORIC Located between Moselle valley and Meuse valley, framed by the Vosges Mountains on the south side and the duchy of Luxembourg on the north side, the duchy of Lorraine is the result of several partitions. It starts with the 9th century when the Carolingian empire is divided, with Lothar 1st inheriting Lotharingia. In 959 this territory was in turn divided in two; Lower and Upper Lotharingia, the latter being the forebear of the duchy of Lorraine. This duchy was under the rule of the Holy Roman Germanic Empire until 1736 when it was absorbed by the kingdom of France. All along its history the duchy of Lorraine has found itself in the midst of many conflicts. Alliances and feuds marking European history were always particularly sensible in Lorraine where instability was frequent. Because of its geographic position the duchy of Lorraine was also an artistic crossroad. Hence the duchy of Lorraine becomes from the 13th century onwards an important artistic centre where a particular type of Virgin and Child appears. According to professor J. A. Schmoll the characteristics of Lorraine sculpture burgeon around 1280-1300 in the Aube region. It presents “vigorous volumes, restrained movements, rare but solemn gestures and a strong interiorised and stern expression”. Those Virgins look similar with a wide forehead, a shield- or oval-shaped face, large neck, small lips and a cleft chin. This model is particularly in favour during the 13th century because of the revival for Marial worship and for the theme of the Virgin and Child. It bears witness to a new religious sensibility with a more intimate vision of religious practice. DESCRIPTION The important 14th century Virgin we present to you is one of the most beautiful examples of sculptural art from Eastern France, with her fascinating distant gaze. Her contrapposto posture is induced by the weight of the child she carries high on her left side. The child has a chubby face framed by blond hair with well defined curls and he wears a long red V-collared tunic from which emerge his feet. The fabric is animated by long folds. The position of the right foot turned to the back is a detail we can notice on several Virgins from Lorraine. He holds a bird that seems to be pecking his thumb. “The bird /held by the child in his hands/ has been read as a reference to an episode from Christ’s childhood when he has moulded sparrows with clay before giving them life. It appears in the apocryphal gospel of Pseudo-Matthew (ch. 27) and later in the Quran (III, 43, v. 110). However the iconography seems to be more influenced by the concept of Redemption or of Eucharist, the bird symbolising the soul of the Christian about to be redeemed or revitalised.” Mary wears a long dress with two rock crystal cabochons remaining from the original five. She is covered by a red cloak enriched with old-gold motifs draped as an apron falling in long pleats along her left hip. The relief treatment and the volume of the cloak developing a network of concentric pleats contrast with the the flat pleating of her dress. They nevertheless suggest the curve of her bent right leg. She wears a floret crown securing a short thin veil carved in very low relief. From it emerges her blond curled hair characteristic of the 13th century. The large face with almond-shaped eyes, straight nose, small lips and cleft chin casts its gaze afar in a fashion typical of 13th century Virgins. In her right hand she holds a lily flower. In a very refined manner the artist has carved a band on her right ring-finger. In the back, carefully sculpted, spreads the minutely detailed short veil. COMPARATIVE STUDIES This sculpture of great quality presents obvious similarities with Virgins from Lorraine, designated by William Forsythe...

Grand wall mounted sculpture or statue of a French Butcher's Shop trade sign horse head. Constructed from cast iron with a later black painted finish. The horse bust is mounted to a ...

"Early 20th Century Wooden Sculpture, Inspired by Brancusi's Style – Unique Work by Unknown Artist" Unveil the beauty of early 20th century artistry with this remarkable wooden scul...

Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 25 cm (10") high including the stand. It´s in excellent condition and it has a ...

A fine and large French bronze of Napoleon on horseback . Crossing the Alps on Marengo. Fine detail on a marble base . Large and impressive scale

Art Deco style sculpture of a dancer Allegresse. Signed Fayral, pseudonym of Pierre Le Faguays. With the Le Verrier foundry mark. Design 1930. Posthumous contemporary cast of the Le...

Small Majolica white swan jardinière signed Jerome Massier Vallauris, circa 1890.

A wonderful mid 19th Century Animalier bronze study of a a pointer turning its head in an alert pose with fabulous rich brown patina and excellent surface detail, raised on naturalis...

This Faux Bamboo shoe Horn, has been made in France Circa 1970. It is made in faux bamboo, metal, brass and horn.

Demétre Chiparus - An Art Deco bronze sculpture Table Lamp, France circa 1925 "Delhi Dancer", the bronze dancer mounted on a substantial brown marble base with an illuminated honey o...

Sculpture representing the bust of a Greek sportsman in the Hellenistic period, 21st century. Sculpture on base of a bust of a Greek sportsman, in patinated plaster and resin, 21st ...

A fine Samson porcelain model of a Bolognese dog. Modeled after the figurines that Kaendler designed for Meissen in 18th century. A classic form that is always in style! The...

Bronze sculpture of the god Mercury Representation of the god Mercury standing on Aeolus, the god of the wind (after Gianbologna) Origin France Circa 1900 Base of green Alpine marble...

French pair of statuettes representing Napoléon the First. The stading statuette represents Napoleon on a green marble pedestal and the other with Napoleon's bust is the upper part o...

French Art Deco ceramic fish sculpture by Santiago Rodriguez Bonome, France, 1920s. Superb work with Bonome's specific colors : green, red and blue. Height: 15.6"(39.5cm) , Width: 14...

Large pair patinated life size bronze statues sculpture of Regal Big Cats Lions. Exceptional detailed high quality Large pair of Patinated bronze statues of...

Chaumet Paris, A French Silver-Gilt Seahorse Mounted Rhodochrosite cup Circa 1980. An exceptional object A quadrangular cut cup in rhodochrosite and the handle made of a sea...

Big antropomorphic bronze sculpture, 1950s, 1960s, France. . In the style of the creations of Zadkine, Picasso, Henri Laurens. . The base of the sculpture is made of travertine. . Ve...

Demetre Haralamb Chiparus (French/Romanian 1886 - 1947), Art Deco Dancers, Bronze Sculpture On Marble Plinth. Demétre H Chiparus Antiqued Bronze Art Deco Dancing...

French Art Deco ceramic sculpture by BERLOT-MUSSIER (Vierzon), France, 1920s. Young Lady among flowers in the style of René Buthaud in colored crackle glaze ceramic. Measures: Height...

'Olimpia': Art Déco french spelter sculpture with stone base by Pierre Le Faguays (Fayral) for Max Le Verrier By: Pierre Le Faguays (Fayral), ...

Originating from France and created around 1990 by an unknown artist, this captivating kinetic sculpture embodies the essence of motion and creativity. Constructed from a combination...

Gorgeous stylized starfish sculpture / paperweight by Baccarat, circa 1990s. The piece is in excellent condition with no visible imperfections and has great clarity. Signed on the un...

French Art Deco white boxer porcelain bottle by Georges BASTARD (Paris), France, ca.1924. Designed by Margerie. White porcelain made in Limoges. Height : 10.4"(26.5cm), Width : 3.9"...

Beautiful weathered oak panel depicting a baroque angel on an acanthus curl. Weathered and small losses, most likely it was once part of a larger panel. France circa 1750. treated ag...

Art Deco style sculpture of a black panther on a stepped marble base by the French artist Max Le Verrier, France. With foundry mark. Design 1930. Posthumous contemporary cast. Han...

Bronze sculpture of the big cat after Fernando Botero, 20th century. Bronze sculpture after Fernando Botero representing the big cat, 20th century. H: 15cm, W: 8cm, D: 8cm

French Majolica Rat Pitcher Poet Laval, circa 1900. The rat wear a jacket and hold an umbrella.

Pierre Le Faguays (1892~1962) "Dancer of Thyrsus" An Art Deco Bronze Figure circa 1930 An iconic Art Deco cold painted gilt and patinated bronze sculpture of a semi-naked dancer hold...

Stunning and small six light chandelier with gilt bronze cherub and swan sculptures. This top quality made, 19th century candle pendant or small chandelier could be perfect for you...

Art Deco bronze sculpture two panthers signed by Michel Decoux. Bronze, black patina on a Black marble base with green onyx inlay. France 1920. This model is illustrated on page 29...

Bronze with a brown patina, depicting Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821), wearing his famous bicorne hat, standing, his right hand in his waistcoat and the other behind his back, holding...

Beautiful, very large Art Deco Bronze Sculpture depicting a muscular man bending an iron stem by J. de Roncourt from France about 1930. * Bronze (stamped), dark patinated * Signature...

French Majolica pheasant tureen from Caugant, circa 1950.

A signed 1989 Curtis Jere circular tree blossom raindrops brass sculpture. This incredible vintage metal sculpture features a large circular ring design with wispy tree blossoms flow...

French Art Deco Terracotta Sculpture by Demetre Chiparus (1886-1947), France, ca.1920. This exquisite terracotta sculpture, created by renowned artist Demetre Chiparus, showcases the...

Mid-Century Modern steel table top abstract sculpture by internationally recognized French artist Albert Feraud, (1921-2008) Paris, France. Sculpture sign on base. Circa 1960's. Feraud created his unique sculptures from found materials from scrap metal and sky scrappers. Albert Féraud studied at the schools of fine arts of Montpellier, Marseille and Paris in the studio of Alfred Janniot...

Art Deco bronze bird bookends signed by C. Omin, Marcel Guillemard foundry. Stamped number. Silvered bronze, France 1925.

Bronze statue in the style of Guillaume Marly. The horses of Marly were commissioned by Louis XV to sculptor Guillaume Coustou to decorate the entrance of the park of Marly castle. ...

Table lamp “Reverie” Reverie is French for musing. Sculpture / Figure. Nude lady holding a lighted glass ball. Designed in France during the roaring 1920s by “Raymonde Guerbe” (1894-1995) She was married with the famous sculptor...

Serpentine Green Marble Sculpture, The Lion Of Lucerne After Bertel Thorvaldsen Circa 1880

Art Deco bronze sculpture bust of Achilles signed by Constant Roux. Foundry Susse Frères, Paris. On a green marble base. France 1920. This model is illustrated in two books: Const...

Vintage statue, pop art art object in the style of Déesse and Niki de Saint Phalle, colorful fat lady, made of paper mache and painted by hand, signed M. Lepage, around the end of th...

Jean-Antoine Houdon (French, 1741-1828) "Diana", Patinated Bronze Sculpture, the life size standing figure holding her bow, with overall green verdigris, on a circular base, signed. ...

Immerse yourself in the charm of this exquisite bronze sculpture by renowned French artist Charles Valton (1851-1918). Crafted with precision using the lost wax casting technique, it...

Vintage pair of cast iron 'Heron' garden sculptures - suitable for indoor/outdoor use - featuring a great aged patina with remnants of a polychrome painted finish in areas - articula...

'L'Etoile du Matin', an Art Nouveau patinated bronze sculpture by renowned French sculptor Adrien Etienne Gaudez (1845 – 1902). This evocative piece depicts a mythological lady in fl...

Egg designed by the Swedish ceramicist Hans Hedberg, who lived and worked in Biot, France. This egg is 30 cm (12") high including the stand. It´s in excellent condition and it has a lovely glaze. Hedberg worked with several famous artists, among Picasso, Léger and Matisse. It is signed and in very good condition, it has some minor white...

French Empire style (19th Cent) bronze dore inkwell with perched eagle and acorn finial (signed A. MARIONNETt)