Early 19th Century Sculptures

Antique Franz Bergman Cold Painted Bronze Figural Grouping Unsigned C1910 (2" x 4 1/2" x 3 1/8"). A figural grouping attributed to Franz Bergman, circa 1910. This piece features a...

A wonderful gem of a piece. This beautifully sculpted and adorned bronze and gilt seated meditation Buddha is from the Thai Rattanakosin Kingdom period (1782-1932) and has a nice patina acquired through age. The Buddha is in the Bhumisparsha (calling the earth to witness) mudra position symbolizing the moment when he attained enlightenment under the Bodhi tree...

A large decorative antique fragmentary stone statue of an angel torso circa 1800, mounted on a later 19th century mahogany plinth. Reminiscent of an ancient roman statue, this is a f...

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...

Tall white marble statue possibly representing Livia or Pudicity, an 18th / 19th century "Grand Tour" copy after the antique. The original , larger sculptu...

Embossed and engraved silver plaque La Madonna del lago (The Madonna of the Lake) Probably Milan, post 1824 Brass frame It measures 16.14 in x 13.85 in (41 x 35.2 cm) and it weighs 10.357 pounds (4.698 g): silver 1.31 pounds (598 g) + brass 9.03 pounds (4.100 g) State of conservation: some abrasions on the bottom. The frame is old, but not original. The plaque is made up of a sheet of embossed and engraved silver, and held in a solid brass frame. It depicts the “Madonna del lago” – “Madonna of the Lake” - (the Madonna with Child and San Giovannino) by Marco d'Oggiono (Oggiono, 1474 circa - Milan, 1524 circa), while changing only the background landscape. Almost certainly the subject reproduced in the plaque was taken from a famous engraving by Giuseppe Longhi (Monza, 1766 - Milan, 1831), one of the greatest engravers of his era. The silver is unmarked, probably because originally the Madonna was due to be exposed in a church: sometimes precious metals destined for worship and liturgical use would be exempted from payment and were, therefore, not marked. It is very likely that the plaque was made in Milan because in this city in 1824 the engraving by Giuseppe Longhi was made and printed. In addition, in Milan, the alleged lost painting by Leonardo da Vinci in his Milanese period (1482-1500) would be produced; this is the painting from which Marco d'Oggiono took his version. The painting Marco d?Oggiono was one of Leonardo da Vinci's most brilliant students and collaborators (D. Sedini, Marco d’Oggiono, tradizione e rinnovamento in Lombardia tra Quattrocento e Cinquecento, Roma 1989, pp. 151-153, n. 56; p. 225, n. 124, with previous bibliography). His style reflects in every way that of the Tuscan Maestro, so much so that he was the one who executed some copies of da Vinci's paintings. The execution of the “Madonna del Lago” probably draws inspiration from a lost painting by the Maestro, created while he was living in Milan (1482-1500). There are many similarities with other works by Leonardo such as the “Vergine delle rocce” or the “Vergine con il Bambino e San Giovannino, Sant’Anna e l’Agnello”. The painting, from which the drawing and then the famous engraving were taken, is found today at the M&G Museum of Bob Jones University in Greenville, South Carolina, where it came to rest after the sale of the Harrington Collection in London in 1917. The work appears in the inventories of the collection of Napoleon and Joséphine Bonaparte at the castle of Malmaison, before 1809. The Malmaison building was born and developed in the 17th and 18th centuries. In the 18th century it belonged to Jacques-Jean Le Coulteux du Molay, a wealthy banker. Later, during the Directory, Joséphine Bonaparte de Beauharnais bought it on April 21st, 1799, but settled at the castle definitively only after her husband separated from her in 1809. She remained there until 1814, the year of her death. When Joséphine died, the estate passed to her son Eugène de Beauharnais, who moved to Munich with his whole family in 1815, bringing with him the collection of paintings he inherited from his mother. Eugène died in 1824 and his wife Augusta of Bavaria (von Bayern), unable to keep it, in 1828 sold the Malmaison to the Swedish banker Jonas-Philip Hagerman. It is likely that in this period Augusta also sold part of the paintings inherited from her husband, including the “Madonna del Lago”. This painting then came into the possession of Leicester Stanhope, fifth Earl of Harrington (1784 - 1862) and then was passed down to his descendants. In 1917, at the death of Charles, eighth Earl of Harrington, his brother Dudley inherited the title and properties and he put up a part of his collections for sale. Among these, precisely, the painting by Marco d'Oggiono was to be found. On the occasion of that auction the painting was presented as a work by Cesare da Sesto, by virtue of a handwritten note by the Countess of Harrington on the back of the table. However, already in 1857, the German critic Gustav Waagen had identified Marco d'Oggiono as the author of the painting, then exhibited in the dining room of Harrington House in London (Treasures of Art in Great Britain, in 4 volumes, London, 1854 and 1857). The engraving Giuseppe Longhi was one of the most renowned engravers in Italy between the end of the 18th century and the first quarter of the 19th century. In 1824 Giuseppe Longhi, based on a design by Paolo Caronni, made a famous engraving of the painting of Marco d?Oggiono. The activity of Longhi was then at the peak of his notoriety, enough to earn him very substantial commissions; it is not risky to suppose that some of his successful engravings were also reproduced using other means: in our case in silver. (A. Crespi, a cura di, Giuseppe Longhi 1766–1831 e Raffaello Morghen...

A fine early 19th century grand tour gilt bronze architectural model of the Arc de Triomphe, French, circa 1825. This very fine grand tour model of one of France's most celebrated monuments, having pediment with concealed hinged lid opening to a storage reservoir. The bronze having silver relief figural group plaques, the model is mounted on a black marble oval base, the model made by Leblanc Freres...

Decorate an office"s shelf or a study with this elegant antique carved Imperial eagle. Crafted in France circa 1830, and almost three and a half feet wide, the wooden eagle has a com...

ELEPHANT WITH OBELISK, ENGLISH, 19TH CENTURY – SIGNED A spectacular 19th-century English sculpture consisting of a finely crafted silver-plated bronze elephant, above which stands a...

Superb Example of French lidded grand tour ormolu & bronze cast heavy duty model of a two handled Urn of Museum quality. First quarter of the Nineteenth Century, possibly Regency per...

Pair of English Regency bronze whippets or greyhounds on verdi antico marble book form bases, after a model by Thomas Weeks. Each dog sculpture is beautifully cast with their individual personalities. 6 inches high 5 wide 5 deep including bases. These whippets are resonant of the early nineteenth-century work of Thomas Weeks (d. 1834) who established a 'Royal Mechanical Museum' or emporium in Tichbourne Street in about 1797. The attractions included various animated animals and insects, ingenious clocks, musical instruments, elaborate temples, toys and other such peculiarities that appealed to the London public in the late 18th and early 19th Century (C. Gilbert, 'Some Weeks cabinets reconsidered', The Connoisseur, May 1971...

The 19th century charming and rustic rocking horse now mounted on two straight boards is made of handcrafted wood pieces cleverly assembled, and has a leather saddle, reins and stirrups. A great addition for those who collect Early American country antiques...

Circe Italian Neoclassical Sculpture of Early 1800s the figure is a fascinating depiction of the Goddess Circe, made in Italy in the early 19th century. The pine wood carving and ebo...

A stunning polychrome figure of a Saint from the late 18th century or early 19th century, from France. This is one of the most beautifully carved Saints we have ever featured, with t...

This pottery figure of a horse is sponge decorated in shades of pink and brown. It was made at St. Anthony’s Pottery, located in Newcastle Upon Tyne, England, between 1800 and 1810. ...

From the 1700s through the early 1800s, European aristocrats developed a fascination with ancient Egyptian culture and design that culminated in a full Egyptian Revival. Prominent figures such as Marie Antoinette and Napoleon Bonaparte commissioned rooms decorated with Egyptian motifs. This cultural moment reflects a fascination with a sophisticated civilization of great artists and pharaohs. The Regency era possessed very little knowledge of the Great Pyramids or hieroglyphics, a quality that lent Egyptian art interpretation a compelling air of mystique. This English Regency period gilt carving depicts a popular figure of borrowed Egyptian motif: the Sphinx. Recognized among educated circles as a symbol of brilliance in the ancient past, the Sphinx was well-known as a mythological creature who destroys those who failed to answer her riddle. Such a piece as this, excellent in detail and craftsmanship, may have once graced the mantle of a gentleman’s study or been exchanged as a gift between British scholars. The beautiful gold surface has been achieved by an artful combination of gilt and gesso; the art enthusiast will appreciate the intricate texture realized in the carving’s hair and tail as well as the delicate detailing of the saddle. Borrowing from the Egyptians, the Greeks had their own interpretation of the Sphinx. Greek mythology chronicled the Sphinx as being the daughter of Orthous and Chimera or Laius and attributed the riddles, which she proposed, as having been taught to her by the Muses. Crowned with a Grecian diadem and having a refined expression, she evokes an ancient yet reserved intellect. For the modern-day enthusiast of classical Greek art...

Early 19th century Regency gilt bronze statue in the form of a whippet presented within period glass cloche dome bell jar display case supported on fitted ...

An incredibly rare and museum calibre monumental scale English Staffordshire bust of Queen Caroline, wife of King George IV, made in commemoration of his coronation in 1820 or her de...

A very fine and early pair of Roman Neoclassical Period Grand Tour Sienna marble models of the Temple of Castor and Pollux and the temple o...

Pair of antique Victorian Staffordshire recumbent lions having glass eyes painted in wonderful orange and brown colours

The ceramic sculpture depicts Napoleon in his famous iconography: he wears his classic headdress, his typical suit that runs down his body, tight-fitting canvas pants that end in bla...

A wonderful piece. This beautifully sculpted and adorned bronze and gilt, Buddha is from the Thai Rattanakosin Kingdom period (1782-1932) and has a nice patina and coloring acquired ...

Ancient Egyptian Revival: 19th century, carving of Horus in the form of a falcon - Beautifully carved classical composition in low relief ...

Bronze sculpture "Venus au bain" by Christophe Gabriel Allegrain (1710-1795). France early 19th century. Signed: F. Barbedienne Foundeur G. C. Allegrain...

Regency bronze hound dog sculpture on tortoiseshell base. English bronze hunting dog sculpture on original low sculpted plinth base sheathed in t...

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

A handsome and high quality Italian 19th century verdigris bronze statue of Apollo. The statue is raised by a circular base with a finely detailed tre...

A black basalt bulb pot molded as a hedgehog, made by Wedgwood in the middle of the 19th century. Finely molded as a lively little hedgehog, this unique object would have been use...

This 19th century Japanese sculpture likely portrays an accomplished teacher of Japanese Zen Buddhism. Developed from wood with a polychrome finish, this monk is expertly carved with...

Immerse yourself in the poignant beauty of this significant carved wood and polychrome sculpture depicting the iconic scene of the Pieta. Crafted possibly in Spain during the 19th century, this artwork stands as a striking testament to sacred art and artistic mastery of the era. The sculpture, executed with exceptional quality, captures the delicacy and devotion of the Pieta scene, where the Virgin Mary cradles the body of Jesus Christ after the crucifixion. Despite some minor losses, as shown in the accompanying photos, these do not significantly diminish the value or beauty of the piece. Measuring 108x60x55 cm, including the wooden base, this sculpture possesses an imposing presence that will command attention in any space. The expressiveness of the figures and the meticulous attention to detail attest to the sculptor's talent and deep understanding of the religious theme. Whether as the centerpiece of a sacred art collection or as a standout element in a devotional space, this Pieta sculpture...

Jugendstil ceramic vase bronze mounted is an original decorative object realized in the early 20th century. Original ceramic vase with cream and cobalt blue glaze. All around colorf...

Carrara Marble sculpture representing a romantic young girl with a jug leaning on a pilaster carved with the effigy of a Sphinx. Italian work signed Dante Zoi from Florence. 19th cen...

18th/19th century Buddha Statue carved of Alabaster. Burmese Shan Buddha Statue 1800ca, collected in Myanmar Shan State 1998. Legs crossed, the left hand in the lap, and the right ha...

Quality pair of large antique Victorian Staffordshire lions having the original glass eyes, tan coloured coats resting on a green and brown coloured base, unusual large size.

A set of 50 Grand Tour style patinated bronze medallions of Roman Emperors and their wives, typically seen on coins of the time. A collection of this size is unusual and an exceptio...

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 ...

Carved wooden eagle with wings spread, standing on a rocky ledge. An architectural embellishment, the work is carved in Scotch pine with traces of the original paint on the rocky bas...

A Monumental Patinated Bronze Bust of George Washington, after William Rush (1817) This commanding bronze bust of George Washington is modeled after the celebrated 1817 portrait by ...

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 antique bronze Buddha hand displaying the Vitarka Mudra, or the position of transferring knowledge, Thailand early 19th century, recently mounted on stand.

With closed eyes and a gentle expression, this southeast Asian stone bust depicts the historic Buddha Shakyamuni in calm meditation. Also known as Shaka, Gautama Buddha, or Prince Si...

Exquisitely carved in linden wood, this pair of Austrian Baroque angels epitomizes the dynamic movement and dramatic expression characteristic of the period. Each figure is rendered ...

Antique Marble Sculpture, Antique Marble Relief Plaque, Antique Saint Michael Slaying Lucifer, Antique Marble Relief Sculpture. Large 18th / 19t...

A set of five antique Georgian oak lion corbels sourced from Hassop Hall, Derbyshire. Now an impressive interior feature, this set of decorative handcarved solid oak capitals are a ...

This is a very special piece indeed! c1829's French Restoration Period Automaton in Gilt & Patinated Bronze. Moving water flow from main structure into a Baccarat Crystal Basin. So t...

A sublime and well carved Korean lacquered and gilt wood figure of Amitabha Buddha (Amita Bul), Joseon Dynasty, early 19th century, Korea. The Budd...

Study of a Satyr Bronze, cast using the lost-wax (cire perdue) method Italy, early 19th century 14 x 7 x 10 cm This evocative bronze sculpture represents a satyr, the half-human, h...

An artistically created sculpture table decorative objects, After Jules Moigniez (French 1835-1894), bronze figure group modelled as a bull, cow and calf on the naturalistically modelled ground before a fence, upon an oval base, signed J Moigniez. This bronze with a brown patina, entitled “Bovine family...

About An early 19th century painted terracotta bust with glass eyes on wooden base. Creato Unknown. Date of manufacture circa1...

Bronze sculptural group, set on a marble base. Signed and dated 1809. Height: (total) 48.5 cm.

During the period of French history known as the Empire style, design reflected Napoleon’s belief that ancient civilizations (such as Greece, Rome, and Egypt) were the only societies...

Pair of English Regency life size cast lead Whippet / Greyhound dogs garden figures, Early 19th Century

Antique carved sandstone head dating back to 1800. This carefully crafted piece has certainly stood the test of time - at 200 years old the details of this distinguished gentlemen are still very much intact. He is a moustached man, with a Victorian look, giving a deep and direct stare. Cockermouth The head originates from the town of Cockermouth, which is located at the junction of the Derwent and Cocker rivers and considered the gateway to the western Lake District and the Solway Coast. The town is classified as an architectural gem with 105 listed buildings, and stone for older buildings was quarried locally. This sculpture is made from Lazonby Red Sandstone, which has a high Quartz content that gives it a distinct sparkle in the sunlight. Additional dimensions: Stone head only...

Pair of figural bronze paperweights over cararra marble bases. circa early 19th century; models of "Il Porcellino" and "Wounded Stag" Item # C104009 A superb pair of 19th century p...

An original Grand Tour white marble plaque of Greek origin depicting the story of Orpheus and Eurydice after the 5th century BC antique located in the Vill...

Sculpture of a foot in yellow Siena marble. The sculpture rests on a hinted ground. Replica of a classic type, the construction is excellent, from the proportions to the minimum atte...

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...

Fragment from a terra cotta statue depicting a classic women’s head. Great condition. Custom lucite stand is newly made.

Depicting the armored and mounted Joan rising over a fallen soldier and horse. Signed 'Th. Gechter'.

Chinese Gray Scholar's Rock, of naturalistic form, on early 19th century rosewood stand.