Early 1800s Sculptures

An elegant French Grand Tour bronze figure of the Greek Goddess Diana by Marius-Jean-Antonin Mercié, French 1845 - 1916, dating from Circa 1880. The seated and robed Goddess Diana is holding a bow and arrows with her head downcast and raised on a circular plinth. Diana was originally considered to be a goddess of the wilderness and of the hunt, a central sport in both Roman and Greek culture. Early Roman inscriptions to Diana celebrated her primarily as a huntress and patron of hunters. Add a beautiful classical element to your home with this delightful bronze. Condition: In excellent condition with no dings, dents or signs of repair. Please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 41 x Width 29 x Depth 19 Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 4 inches x Width 11 inches x Depth 7 inches Mercié entered the École des Beaux-Arts, Paris, and studied under Alexandre Falguière and François Jouffroy, and in 1868 gained the Grand Prix de Rome at the age of 23. His first great popular successes were the David and Gloria Victis, which was shown and received the Medal of Honour of the Paris Salon. The bronze was subsequently placed in the Square Montholon. The bronze David...

Bronze plaque in high relief of Napoleon crossing the Alps after the famous painting by Jacques-Louis David (30 August 1748-29 December 1825...

Japanese Edo Period Musha Ningyo Seating Samurai, Ca. 1800 DIMENSIONS Height: 16 inches Width: 19 inches Depth: 10 inches ABOUT Musha Ningyō (武者人形)- Literal meaning: "Warrior Dolls...

This finely carved wooden cherub head, dating back to around 1800, is a remarkable example of German craftsmanship. Unlike many similar pieces, this putto remains in its original, un...

Bronze Sculpture “Bovine Family” After Jules Moigniez, French Animalier Art An exquisite bronze sculpture titled “Bovine Family”, after the renowned Fren...

Modelled as a wine barrel on wheels with a detachable putti finial. Marked: London, 1807, Maker: William Burwash.

Spanish carving sculpture of an angel in flight. The piece is totally handcrafted in carved and polychromed wood with gold leaf details.

Hand-carved in oak, circa 1800, these sculptures depict arguably the most important apostles: James, John, Peter, and Paul. All of the figures are distinctly different, although they share some commonalities, such as they are all barefoot and clad in ankle length tunics on a rectangular base with canted corners. The set would make fantastic decorative art for a mantel, shelf, or sofa table. The apostles as they appear in the main photo (from left to right): St. James (20 ¼” H x 7 ½” W x 5 ½” D): sometimes referred to as “James the Great”, he is depicted with long hair and a full beard above a cloak pinned...

In the soft, mellow glow of your space, an exquisite treasure from the past emerges—an antique Thai sculpture, a manifestation of profound serenity and wisdom. This seated Dvaravati ...

In the midst of the 18th century, in the enchanting land of Burma during the Shan period, a magnificent masterpiece of spiritual artistry was born—an extraordinary Seated Burmese woo...

Pair of Chinese Porcelain roosters, circa 1800.

A very impressive astounding quality antique 19th century bronze Clodion statue of a pair of classical Bacchus influenced dancing maidens with their chi...

This naïve likeness is carved from a solid teak block. The head has deep set eyes and a distinctive beaked nose. He is wearing a tailcoat with seven rows of frogging and tasselled ...

A fantastic and powerful Sino-Tibetan gilt bronze figure of Hayagriva and his consort Vajravarahi, created in Tibet for the Chinese market, 18th/19th century, Tibet. The wrathful...

Hand-carved in Italy, circa 1800, this pair of giltwood angels is depicted in a double genuflection, or kneeling, stance. Both angels are completely gil...

An elegant, turn-of-the-19th century, hand-carved, fully finished polychrome and parcel gilt statue of a Chinese wise man with a cascading braid beneath a...

Hill tribe healing figure carved of solid wood. 19th-early 20th century Golden Triangle area, Southeast Asia Indochina. This is a healing figure used to aid in healing. Arms folded ...

Terracotta after Clodion, A Bacchante Mounted on a Double Marble Pedestal. Signed on the back in the clay "Clodion." Claude Michel Clodion was a French R...

19th century cog from a sugarcane press mounted as utilitarian art. Massive Cog hand carved of Redwood used to press sugarcane from the early 1800s, Thail...

Pair of Wax Reliefs attributed to Pierre-Phillips Thomire, (French 1751-1843). "Napoleon and Josephine," 1807, inscribed "Josephine/Thomire 1807." With pain...

In the early 19th century, in the heart of Burma, a small but profoundly meaningful masterpiece emerged—a lacquered wooden sculpture that captures the essence of devotion and prayer....

This finely crafted carved wooden figure from around 1800 showcases exceptional artistry and detail. The seated figure, dressed in its original white garment, exudes a gentle, childl...

With famille rose-verte decoration.

18-19th century Italian carved and giltwood fragment sculpture of rooster. Circa 1800. Adds warmth and charm to any room!

Early 19th century wooden statue of St Jerome, circa 1800. South Europe.

Originally part of a larger, carved presentation from Flanders (circa 1800), this pair of oak soldiers have been mounted to a two and a half tall block with a dark finish. The patina...

On a round base is placed the nativity composed of the Holy Family with the ox and donkey, three cherubim fly to heaven. The seated Madonna and St. Joseph standing turn an adoring ga...

An Exceptional Antique French 1st Empire Period Dore Bronze Grouping of Lovers, Attributed to Pierre-Philippe Thomire a Paris. Exceptionally cast, hand-chiseled and further burnished and matted with two-tone gold, this dore bronze grouping of two neoclassical lovers is of the upmost quality and craftsmanship. As Pierre-Philippe Thomire is regarded as one of the greatest bronzier's of the late 18th century and early 19th century, this dore bronze piece could only be made by someone with his artistic talents. The lovers are seen with the man seated on a cushioned bench with tasseled...

Circa 1800 mounted bronze 3/4 profile. Likely French but possibly English. Carved wooden backing custom just for this particular item. In the original frame and retaining an old if n...

This Empire ormolu head of a woman was made as a furniture mount in France around 1810, and probably adorned a bed. In any case, closer to our own time, it was deemed worthy of mount...

We are delighted to offer for sale this stunning circa 1800 hand carved Royal English Armorial Crest / Coat of Arms Lion. A truly stunning piece,...

In the gentle glow of your sacred space, a treasure of the ages takes its rightful place—an exquisite Buddha sculpture, hailing from the enchanting realm of Mandalay, Burma. Crafted ...

Marble vase mounted on beige column. Louis XVI style. Work, circa 1800.

This marble figure of a sleeping child was crafted around 1800 in the style of François Duquesnoy, a sculptor active in Italy in the early 17th Century....