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Neoclassical Sculptures

NEOCLASSICAL STYLE

Neoclassical design emerged in Europe in the 1750s, as the Age of Enlightenment reached full flower. Neoclassical furniture took its cues from the styles of ancient Rome and Athens: symmetrical, ordered, dignified forms with such details as tapered and fluted chair and table legs, backrest finials and scrolled arms.

Over a period of some 20 years, first in France and later in Britain, neoclassical design — also known as Louis XVI, or Louis Seize — would supersede the lithe and curvaceous Rococo or Louis XV style.

The first half of the 18th century had seen a rebirth of interest in classical antiquity. The "Grand Tour" of Europe, codified as a part of the proper education of a patrician gentleman, included an extended visit to Rome. Some ventured further, to sketch the ruins of ancient Greece. These drawings and others — particularly those derived from the surprising and rich archaeological discoveries in the 1730s and ’40s at the sites of the Roman cities of Pompeii and Herculaneum — caused great excitement among intellectuals and aesthetes alike.

Neoclassical furniture is meant to reflect both grace and power. The overall appearance of neoclassical chairs, tables and cabinetry is strong and rectilinear. These pieces are, in effect, classical architecture in miniature: chair and table legs are shaped like columns; cabinets are constructed with elements that mirror friezes and pediments.

Yet neoclassicism is enlivened by gilt and silver leaf, marquetry, and carved and applied ornamental motifs based on Greek and Roman sculpture: acanthus leaves, garlands, laurel wreaths, sheaves of arrow, medallions and chair splats are carved in the shapes of lyres and urns. Ormolu — or elaborate bronze gilding — was essential to French design in the 18th and 19th centuries as a cornerstone of the neoclassical and Empire styles.

As you can see from the furniture on these pages, there is a bit of whimsy in such stately pieces — a touch of lightness that will always keep neoclassicism fresh.

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Antique Gilt Bronze Fireplace Surround Fender
Located in London, GB
This elegant gilt bronze (ormolu) fireplace fender was created in France in the late 19th century. The item will add splendour and beauty to a fireplace, making it the focal point of a room. The fender features a pierced rail which is decorated with a central cartouche, flanked by stylized acanthus leaves. The ends of the fender are topped by full-length, semi-nude figures. These include a beautiful young woman and a bearded male, holding a blacksmith’s hammer. The latter can be identified as Hephaestus (or Vulcan), the classical god...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze, Ormolu

Antique Gilt Bronze Fireplace Surround Fender
Antique Gilt Bronze Fireplace Surround Fender

Antique Gilt Bronze Fireplace Surround Fender

Set of Four Antique Ormolu Roundels by Mathurin Moreau
By Mathurin Moreau
Located in London, GB
Set of four antique ormolu roundels by Mathurin Moreau French, Late 19th Century Height 3cm, diameter 44cm This set of four sculptural panels is crafted by the renowned French met...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ormolu

Set of Four Antique Ormolu Roundels by Mathurin Moreau
Set of Four Antique Ormolu Roundels by Mathurin Moreau

Set of Four Antique Ormolu Roundels by Mathurin Moreau

French large Bronze of a Lion after Claude Michel Clodion, 19th century
By Claude Michel Clodion
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
Very fine and large bronze of a reclining lion. Many details, such as the treatment of the lion’s mane demonstrate the sculptor’s mastery skill, as well as an understanding of the an...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

French large Bronze of a Lion after Claude Michel Clodion, 19th century
French large Bronze of a Lion after Claude Michel Clodion, 19th century

French large Bronze of a Lion after Claude Michel Clodion, 19th century

19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts depicting the Greek figures Aphrodite and Homer, both giving the illusion of aged stone. The bust of Homer is based on a much-restored Roman copy of ...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ceramic

19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts
19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts

19th Century Pair Ceramic Busts

18th Century Large Italian Marble Bust of Caesar Augustus
Located in Dublin 8, IE
18th Century Italian Marble Bust of Caesar Augustus. His draped robe is hand-carved in red rosso levanto marble with the face modelled in contrasting white Carrara marble. The piece ...
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18th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Carrara Marble

18th Century Large Italian Marble Bust of Caesar Augustus
18th Century Large Italian Marble Bust of Caesar Augustus

18th Century Large Italian Marble Bust of Caesar Augustus

Small Bronze Ribbed Torquing Figure on Color Acrylic Base, France 1970's
Located in New York, NY
Lovely detail and patina. Perfect desk accessory.
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1970s French Vintage Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Small Bronze Ribbed Torquing Figure on Color Acrylic Base, France 1970's
Small Bronze Ribbed Torquing Figure on Color Acrylic Base, France 1970's

Small Bronze Ribbed Torquing Figure on Color Acrylic Base, France 1970's

19th Century Parian Ware Bust of Julius Caesar
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Parian ware portrait bust of Roman Emperor Julius Caesar in draped toga. Parian ware is a type of biscuit porcelain which imitates the style of carved marble. Gaius Julius Caesar...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Composition

19th Century Parian Ware Bust of Julius Caesar
19th Century Parian Ware Bust of Julius Caesar

19th Century Parian Ware Bust of Julius Caesar

19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Socrates
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century Italian Marble bust of the Classical Greek philosopher Socrates. His draped robe is hand-carved in red Scagliola with the face modelled in contrasting white Carrara marb...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Socrates
19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Socrates

19th Century Italian Marble Bust of Socrates

Antique White Marble Sculpture of Madame Recamier
By Joseph Chinard
Located in Stockholm, SE
A fine antique white marble sculpture of madame Recamier after the famous sculpture by Joseph Chinard (1756-1813). Chinard was a Frenc...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Carrara Marble

Antique White Marble Sculpture of Madame Recamier
Antique White Marble Sculpture of Madame Recamier

Antique White Marble Sculpture of Madame Recamier

Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewer on Stand, Attributed to Barbedienne
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in London, GB
The exceptional bronze casting, in stunningly intricate detail, on this beautiful sculptural piece has been attributed to master metalworker Ferdinand Barbedienne. The piece takes th...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ormolu, Bronze

Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewer on Stand, Attributed to Barbedienne
Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewer on Stand, Attributed to Barbedienne

Gilt and Patinated Bronze Ewer on Stand, Attributed to Barbedienne

Set of 4 Italian Neo-Classic 19th Century Marble Relief Busts
Located in New York, NY
SET of 4 similar Italian Neo-Classic (19th Century) white marble relief busts depiction four faces framed by ornately carved hair. (PRICED AS SET) Each bust unique with slightly ...
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19th Century Unknown Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Set of 4 Italian Neo-Classic 19th Century Marble Relief Busts
Set of 4 Italian Neo-Classic 19th Century Marble Relief Busts

Set of 4 Italian Neo-Classic 19th Century Marble Relief Busts

Polychrome Ceramic Sculpture of Athena
Located in Montreal, QC
Polychrome Ceramic Wall Sculpture of Athena.
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Early 1900s Greek Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Terracotta

Polychrome Ceramic Sculpture of Athena
Polychrome Ceramic Sculpture of Athena

Polychrome Ceramic Sculpture of Athena

Wedgwood Black Basalt Library Bust of Mercury
By John Flaxman
Located in New Orleans, LA
This model is attributed to John Flaxman, Jr., a celebrated English sculptor, illustrator and designer, considered a leading artist in the Neoclassical style in England. In this expertly rendered black basalt bust...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ceramic

Wedgwood Black Basalt Library Bust of Mercury
Wedgwood Black Basalt Library Bust of Mercury

Wedgwood Black Basalt Library Bust of Mercury

19th Century Carved Marble Bust of a Nymph by Robert Physick
Located in London, GB
A Carved Marble Bust of a Nymph By Robert Physick (1815-1882) Carved from Carrara marble, the female bust signed and dated to the base "Robt Physick. Sculp : 1875." English, cir...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

19th Century Carved Marble Bust of a Nymph by Robert Physick
19th Century Carved Marble Bust of a Nymph by Robert Physick

19th Century Carved Marble Bust of a Nymph by Robert Physick

Pair of Patinated Bronze Figures of Mercury and Fortuna, After Giambologna
By Giambologna
Located in London, GB
Pair of patinated bronze figures of Mercury and Fortuna, after Giambologna French, Late 19th century Measures: Height 87cm, width 15/19cm, depth 31cm This pair of patinated bron...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Patinated Bronze Figures of Mercury and Fortuna, After Giambologna
Pair of Patinated Bronze Figures of Mercury and Fortuna, After Giambologna

Pair of Patinated Bronze Figures of Mercury and Fortuna, After Giambologna

19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Female Figure
By Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th century patinated bronze sculpture of a dancing female figure, possibly a sea nymph. The figure stands on a base of seashells and repouses twirling a drape around her body. It b...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Female Figure
19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Female Figure

19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Dancing Female Figure

Large Gilt, Patinated Bronze and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères
By Raingo Frères
Located in London, GB
Large gilt, patinated bronze and marble clock set by Raingo Frères French, Late 19th Century Clock: height 73cm, width 29cm, depth 28cm Candelabra: height 66cm, width 30cm, depth ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

Large Gilt, Patinated Bronze and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères
Large Gilt, Patinated Bronze and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères

Large Gilt, Patinated Bronze and Marble Clock Set by Raingo Frères

Large Carrara Marble Group of Virgin, Child and the Baptist Signed P. Romanelli
By Pasquale Romanelli
Located in London, GB
Large Carrara marble group of Virgin, Child and The Baptist signed P. Romanelli Italian, 19th century Measures: Figure: height, 170cm, width 70cm, depth 40cm Base: height 93.5cm, width 59.5cm, depth 43cm Executed in stunning Carrara marble, this exceptional sculpture is signed for the Florentine artist Pasquale Romanelli...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Carrara Marble

Large Carrara Marble Group of Virgin, Child and the Baptist Signed P. Romanelli
Large Carrara Marble Group of Virgin, Child and the Baptist Signed P. Romanelli

Large Carrara Marble Group of Virgin, Child and the Baptist Signed P. Romanelli

Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks
Located in Brighton, West Sussex
An important set of four large Porphyry Obelisks. Each obelisk is of square section tapering form with a spiked orb finial and embellished with carved roundels of the twelve Roman Emperors in profile. The main body is raised on ball supports putdown on square sectioned plinth bases. Each obelisk is carved with three Emperors profile...
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Porphyry

Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks
Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks

Important Set of Four Large Porphyry Obelisks

Late 18th Century Sandstone Bust in Classical Greco-Roman Dress
Located in Dublin 8, IE
Late 18th century neo-classical style hand-carved sandstone bust of a lady in classical Greco-Roman dress. Possibly a depiction of Daphne who was a Naiad n...
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Late 18th Century European Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Sandstone

Late 18th Century Sandstone Bust in Classical Greco-Roman Dress
Late 18th Century Sandstone Bust in Classical Greco-Roman Dress

Late 18th Century Sandstone Bust in Classical Greco-Roman Dress

Very Rare Pair of Marble Sculptures of Seated Children by Cesare Lapini
By Cesare Lapini
Located in London, GB
Very rare pair of marble sculptures of seated children by Cesare Lapini Italian, Late 19th Century Boy: height 71cm, width 32cm, depth 41cm Girl: height 71cm, width 33cm, depth 35cm These wonderful sculptures were executed by the highly skilled nineteenth century Florentine sculptor Cesare Lapini (Italian, 1848-1893), one of a number of prolific master artists working in Florence in the second half of the nineteenth century who were heavily influenced by the great Neoclassical master Antonio Canova. In the form of a seated boy and girl, titled on their bases 'Volere E Potere,' (willing and able, or where there's a will there's a way), and 'Chi S'Aiuta Dio L'Aiuta (God helps...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble

Very Rare Pair of Marble Sculptures of Seated Children by Cesare Lapini
Very Rare Pair of Marble Sculptures of Seated Children by Cesare Lapini

Very Rare Pair of Marble Sculptures of Seated Children by Cesare Lapini

Lost-Wax Bronze Sculpture by Théodore Rivière, Titled 'Carthage'
By Théodore Rivière
Located in London, GB
A lost-wax bronze sculpture by Théodore Rivière, titled 'Carthage' French, Late 19th Century Height 41cm, width 23cm, depth 18cm This superb lost...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Lost-Wax Bronze Sculpture by Théodore Rivière, Titled 'Carthage'
Lost-Wax Bronze Sculpture by Théodore Rivière, Titled 'Carthage'

Lost-Wax Bronze Sculpture by Théodore Rivière, Titled 'Carthage'

19th Century Marble Sculpture of a Putto and Bird, Signed 'Pigal'
Located in London, GB
A 19th century marble sculpture of a putto and bird, signed 'Pigal' French, 19th century 48cm high x 33cm wide x 37cm depth Crafted in the nineteenth century in France this fine...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

19th Century Marble Sculpture of a Putto and Bird, Signed 'Pigal'
19th Century Marble Sculpture of a Putto and Bird, Signed 'Pigal'

19th Century Marble Sculpture of a Putto and Bird, Signed 'Pigal'

19th Century Marble Putto Sculpture, Signed 'D'angelis'
Located in London, GB
A 19th century marble putto sculpture, signed 'D'Angelis' French, Late 19th Century Height 54cm, width 41m, depth 31cm Executed with great artisti...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble

19th Century Marble Putto Sculpture, Signed 'D'angelis'
19th Century Marble Putto Sculpture, Signed 'D'angelis'

19th Century Marble Putto Sculpture, Signed 'D'angelis'

George III Blue John Panther
Located in New Orleans, LA
One of the only known sculptures rendered in Blue John to exist in the world, this extraordinary George III panther exemplifies Georgian sophistication. Georgian — and later Regency — aesthetics revived classical themes of the ancient Mediterranean and Near East. With a proud stance, gaping jaw and unyielding gaze, the stately panther closely resembles the grand ancient Roman panthers often carved from marble as trapezophoros table supports. The regal cat rests atop a plinth, also made of Blue John, with Siena and Ashford marble detailing. The intrinsic and richly hued mineral inclusions of the Blue John replicate the textures and colors of the animal’s fur. The rare stone is a variety of natural calcium fluorite found exclusively in Derbyshire, England. It was first discovered in the early 18th century, but its mining did not being until circa 1760. Blue John was a wildly popular material in the decorative arts during the Georgian and Regency...
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18th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Siena Marble

George III Blue John Panther
George III Blue John Panther

George III Blue John Panther

Plaster Bust of Diana of Versailles
Located in New York, NY
Plaster bust of Diana of Versailles, a statue of the Greek goddess Artemis.   
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20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures

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Plaster

Plaster Bust of Diana of Versailles
Plaster Bust of Diana of Versailles

Plaster Bust of Diana of Versailles

Ormolu Bust of a 16th Century Prince, by Rancoulet
By Rancoulet
Located in London, GB
An Ormolu bust of a 16th century Prince, by Rancoulet French, Late 19th Century Height 72cm, width 42cm, depth 22cm Made by the skilled and renowned French artist and sculptor E...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Ormolu

Ormolu Bust of a 16th Century Prince, by Rancoulet
Ormolu Bust of a 16th Century Prince, by Rancoulet

Ormolu Bust of a 16th Century Prince, by Rancoulet

19th Century Bronze Bust of Homer
Located in Dublin 8, IE
19th Century bronze bust of Homer attributed to the attributed to the Chiurazzi Foundry, Naples, Italy. Homer was author of the epic poems the Iliad and the ...
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19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

19th Century Bronze Bust of Homer
19th Century Bronze Bust of Homer

19th Century Bronze Bust of Homer

Set of Four Large Academic Style Torchères Emblematic of the Continents
By Mathurin Moreau, Miroy Frères
Located in London, GB
Set of four large Academic style torchères emblematic of the continents French, late 19th Century Height: 228cm, diameter 50cm Torchères alone: Height 197cm, diameter 34cm Bases alone: Height 31cm, diameter 50cm The four large torchères in this set are designed in the manner of Mathurin Moreau, one of the leading Academic sculptors of the nineteenth century. The patinated metal sculptures were cast by Miroy Frères...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Metal, Ormolu

Set of Four Large Academic Style Torchères Emblematic of the Continents
Set of Four Large Academic Style Torchères Emblematic of the Continents

Set of Four Large Academic Style Torchères Emblematic of the Continents

19th Century Neoclassical Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady by L.A. Goblet
Located in London, GB
A Neoclassical Portrait Bust By Lewis Alexander Goblet (1764-c.1823) Possibly exhibited at the Royal Academy in 1821 Carved from Carrara marble, the bust supported on a waiste...
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19th Century English Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble

19th Century Neoclassical Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady by L.A. Goblet
19th Century Neoclassical Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady by L.A. Goblet

19th Century Neoclassical Marble Portrait Bust of a Lady by L.A. Goblet

Italian Neo-Classic Style Marble Bust of Roman Emperor
Located in New York, NY
Italian neo-classic style (19th Cent) light brown marble bust of a Roman emperor mounted on a round plinth.  
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Stone, Metal

Italian Neo-Classic Style Marble Bust of Roman Emperor
Italian Neo-Classic Style Marble Bust of Roman Emperor

Italian Neo-Classic Style Marble Bust of Roman Emperor

Staffordshire Pottery Figure of Benjamin Franklin, Named on Base
By Staffordshire
Located in Downingtown, PA
Large Staffordshire figure of Benjamin Franklin, Named Franklin on base, mid-19th century This Staffordshire figure of Benjamin Franklin has a white base with the words Franklin mol...
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Mid-19th Century European Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Pearlware, Pottery

Staffordshire Pottery Figure of Benjamin Franklin, Named on Base
Staffordshire Pottery Figure of Benjamin Franklin, Named on Base

Staffordshire Pottery Figure of Benjamin Franklin, Named on Base

French Gilt Metal Sculpture on Neoclassical Pedestal by Ernest Rancoulet
By Rancoulet
Located in London, GB
French gilt metal sculpture on Neoclassical pedestal by Ernest Rancoulet French, early 20th century Measures: Height 165cm, width 34cm, depth 34cm This fine sculpture group is b...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Sculptures

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Metal, Bronze

French Gilt Metal Sculpture on Neoclassical Pedestal by Ernest Rancoulet
French Gilt Metal Sculpture on Neoclassical Pedestal by Ernest Rancoulet

French Gilt Metal Sculpture on Neoclassical Pedestal by Ernest Rancoulet

Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust
Located in New York, NY
Italian Neo-classic style cast bronze Poseidon bust with black metal stand (19th Cent).  
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19th Century Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Metal, Bronze

Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust
Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust

Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust

Italian Neo-Classic Terra-Cotta Busts
Located in New York, NY
2 Italian neo-classic style glazed terra-cotta busts of ladies emblematic of two of the four seasons (19th/early 20th Cent) (priced each).     
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20th Century Neoclassical Sculptures

Italian Neo-Classic Terra-Cotta Busts
Italian Neo-Classic Terra-Cotta Busts

Italian Neo-Classic Terra-Cotta Busts

Set of Four Spelter Plaques by Ferdinand Barbedienne
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in London, GB
Set of four spelter plaques by Ferdinand Barbedienne French, late 19th century Measures: Height 45cm, width 12cm, depth 0.5 cm This set of four pla...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Spelter

Set of Four Spelter Plaques by Ferdinand Barbedienne
Set of Four Spelter Plaques by Ferdinand Barbedienne

Set of Four Spelter Plaques by Ferdinand Barbedienne

Antique Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Diana by Ferdinand Barbedienne
By Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in London, GB
Antique Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Diana by Ferdinand Barbedienne French, late 19th Century Dimensions: Height 60cm, width 22cm, depth 22cm This...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

Antique Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Diana by Ferdinand Barbedienne
Antique Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Diana by Ferdinand Barbedienne

Antique Patinated Bronze Sculpture of Diana by Ferdinand Barbedienne

19th Century Marble Statue of Aristedes, Signed by Giacomo Cali
Located in New York, NY
This Italian Neoclassical white marble sculpture is signed by the Neopolitan artist Giacomo Cali. The sculpture is of Aristedes (530–468 BC), the ancient Athenian statesman and general in the Greco-Persian Wars...
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1840s Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble

19th Century Marble Statue of Aristedes, Signed by Giacomo Cali
19th Century Marble Statue of Aristedes, Signed by Giacomo Cali

19th Century Marble Statue of Aristedes, Signed by Giacomo Cali

Neoclassical Marble Sculpture Bust After Joseph Chinard
By Joseph Chinard
Located in London, GB
Neoclassical marble sculpture bust after Joseph Chinard French, late 19th century Measures: Height 65cm, width 34cm, depth 55cm Portraying Madame R...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

Neoclassical Marble Sculpture Bust After Joseph Chinard
Neoclassical Marble Sculpture Bust After Joseph Chinard

Neoclassical Marble Sculpture Bust After Joseph Chinard

Large Marble Sculpture of an Amorous Couple by Antonio Frilli
By Antonio Frilli
Located in London, GB
Large marble sculpture of an amorous couple by Antonio Frilli Italian, late 19th century Measures: Height 130cm, width 68cm, depth 46cm Thi...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

Large Marble Sculpture of an Amorous Couple by Antonio Frilli
Large Marble Sculpture of an Amorous Couple by Antonio Frilli

Large Marble Sculpture of an Amorous Couple by Antonio Frilli

Neoclassical Style Marble Female Bust after Joseph Chinard
By Joseph Chinard
Located in London, GB
Neoclassical style marble female bust after Joseph Chinard French, late 19th century Measures: Height 63cm, width 33cm, depth 20cm Portraying Madam...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

Neoclassical Style Marble Female Bust after Joseph Chinard
Neoclassical Style Marble Female Bust after Joseph Chinard

Neoclassical Style Marble Female Bust after Joseph Chinard

Set of Monumental Bronze Egyptian Figures
By Charles Cameron
Located in New York, NY
Set of 4 Russian (19th Century) monumental bronze Egyptian figures emblematic of the Months on painted bases after those by C. Cameron & M. Alexandrov for the Egyptian Vestibule at P...
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19th Century Russian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Set of Monumental Bronze Egyptian Figures
Set of Monumental Bronze Egyptian Figures

Set of Monumental Bronze Egyptian Figures

Large Pair of Patinated and Gilt Bronze Atlas Figures
Located in London, GB
Large pair of patinated and gilt bronze Atlas figures French, 20th century Figure with globe: Height 135cm, diameter 46cm Figure with armillary sphere:...
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20th Century French Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Large Pair of Patinated and Gilt Bronze Atlas Figures
Large Pair of Patinated and Gilt Bronze Atlas Figures

Large Pair of Patinated and Gilt Bronze Atlas Figures

Large Italian Marble Sculpture by Pietro Bazzanti
By Pietro Bazzanti
Located in London, GB
Large Italian marble sculpture by Pietro Bazzanti Italian, late 19th century Measures: Height 105cm, width 45cm, depth 40cm The present sculpture, carved from brilliant white marble, depicts a young boy standing...
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

Large Italian Marble Sculpture by Pietro Bazzanti
Large Italian Marble Sculpture by Pietro Bazzanti

Large Italian Marble Sculpture by Pietro Bazzanti

Antique French Creamware Lions 18th Century
Located in Katonah, NY
We are thrilled to offer this exceptional pair of creamware lions, each elegantly resting on a tall base adorned with sumptuous swags of dark blue "curtains" with gleaming yellow tassels and trim. Crafted in France, these figures are unparalleled and truly a masterpiece of 18th-century creamware. They date back to the late 18th century, circa 1790. Each lion's head and mane is exquisitely painted with vibrant yellow and lined in striking midnight brown. Their mouths are painted in delicate pink, adding an extra touch of charm. Not only are these lions a sight to behold, but they will also bring a touch of humor to your home. Their jovial expressions make it impossible not to laugh along with them. Leisurely resting on cushions draped with rich fabric and tassels, these friendly lions exude a very French attitude, seamlessly blending formality and friendliness. Placed on a mantel, they would undoubtedly be the focal point of any room, commanding attention, and admiration from all who see them. These lions are genuinely a one-of-a-kind treasure that is not to be missed. Dimensions: 6.5 inches tall x 6.75 inches long x 4.5 inches wide Condition: Excellent Price: $3200 Background of creamware Creamware is the name given to a type of earthenware pottery initially made from white clays from Dorset and Devonshire combined with an amount of calcined flint. Creamware was first produced in England sometime before 1740. Foremost of the pioneers of creamware in the Staffordshire Potteries was Thomas Whieldon. The young Josiah Wedgwood partnered with Thomas Whieldon from 1754-1759. When Wedgwood left to set up his own business, he immediately directed his efforts to developing creamware. Around the same time, in the mid-18th century, French potters developed their creamware known in France as "Faience Fine...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Creamware

Antique French Creamware Lions 18th Century
Antique French Creamware Lions 18th Century

Antique French Creamware Lions 18th Century

French Empire Bronze of a Woman
By Pierre-Philippe Thomire
Located in New York, NY
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...
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Early 1800s French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Bronze

French Empire Bronze of a Woman
French Empire Bronze of a Woman

French Empire Bronze of a Woman

19th Century White Marble Group of Two Cherubs by A. Duché
By A. Duche
Located in London, GB
19th century white marble group of two cherubs by A. Duché French, late 19th century Measures: Height 71cm, width 42cm, depth 26cm This exquisite white marble group is modelled ...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Carrara Marble, Marble

19th Century White Marble Group of Two Cherubs by A. Duché
19th Century White Marble Group of Two Cherubs by A. Duché

19th Century White Marble Group of Two Cherubs by A. Duché

Rare Late 18th Century Neoclassical Louis XVI Ormolu Mantel Clock
Located in Worpswede / Bremen, DE
The circular white-enameled dial signed ”Detour Paris” with Roman hours and Arabic quarter marks, a further inner Arabic chapter ring for the day of month. Pierced gilt hands and a b...
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Late 18th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Enamel

Rare Late 18th Century Neoclassical Louis XVI Ormolu Mantel Clock
Rare Late 18th Century Neoclassical Louis XVI Ormolu Mantel Clock

Rare Late 18th Century Neoclassical Louis XVI Ormolu Mantel Clock

Antique Carved Marble Bust in the Neoclassical Taste
Located in London, GB
A male portrait bust in the Roman manner by Lawrence MacDonald (1799-1878) Carved in Carrara marble, rising from a round socle supporting a waisted column, the bust having resemblances to Arthur Wellesley, the Duke of Wellington as a young man. Signed by the artist, 'L. MacDonald, Romae, 1847'. Dated 1847 Dimensions: H: 26 in / 65 cm W: 19.5 in / 49 cm D: 10 in / 26 cm Lawrence MacDonald (1799-1878) Macdonald worked as an ornamental sculptor for the architect James Gillespie Graham before entering the Trustees' Academy, Edinburgh, in 1822. In Rome, in 1823 he was one of the founders of the British Academy of Art. He returned to Edinburgh in 1826 and became a member of the Royal Scottish Academy in 1829. Four years later he settled in Rome, and from 1844 he worked in Bertel Thorvaldsen's former studio. He became the city's most fashionable portrait sculptor and, according to the Art Journal, his studio was filled with 'the peerage done into marble, a plaster galaxy of rank and fashion'. His sitters included the essayist Henry Taylor...
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1840s British Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble

Antique Carved Marble Bust in the Neoclassical Taste
Antique Carved Marble Bust in the Neoclassical Taste

Antique Carved Marble Bust in the Neoclassical Taste

Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust
Located in New York, NY
Italian neoclassic style cast bronze Poseidon bust with black metal stand (19th century).
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19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust
Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust

Italian Neoclassic Style Bronze Poseidon Bust

Antique French Bronze Sculpture after Houdon
By Jean-Antoine Houdon
Located in London, GB
This beautiful patinated bronze figure is titled 'Diana Chasseresse', or 'Diana Huntress', and depicts the Roman goddess Diana, goddess of hunting. It replicates an important work of...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Antique French Bronze Sculpture after Houdon
Antique French Bronze Sculpture after Houdon

Antique French Bronze Sculpture after Houdon

Gilt Bronze and White Marble Bust of a Woman by Gory
By Affortunato Gory
Located in London, GB
This charming sculpture of a young woman is the work of the accomplished Italian-born sculptor, Affortunato Gory (1895-1925). Gory is best-known for his sculptures of women and child...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Ormolu, Bronze

Gilt Bronze and White Marble Bust of a Woman by Gory
Gilt Bronze and White Marble Bust of a Woman by Gory

Gilt Bronze and White Marble Bust of a Woman by Gory

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Bust Sculpture by Gory
By Affortunato Gory
Located in London, GB
This elegant bust of a young woman was created by the acclaimed sculptor, Affortunato Gory (Italian, fl. 1895-1925). Affortunato Gory (also known as Fortunato Gory) studied under the...
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Early 20th Century French Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Marble, Bronze, Ormolu

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Bust Sculpture by Gory
French Gilt Bronze and Marble Bust Sculpture by Gory

French Gilt Bronze and Marble Bust Sculpture by Gory

Turn of the Century Cast Venus after Bertel Thorvaldsen
By Bertel Thorvaldsen
Located in Palm Desert, CA
This turn of the century marble composite cast version of Venus after Bertel Thorvaldsen is in a wonderful state of decay. Over time she has lost both hand...
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Early 20th Century Italian Neoclassical Sculptures

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Composition

Turn of the Century Cast Venus after Bertel Thorvaldsen
Turn of the Century Cast Venus after Bertel Thorvaldsen

Turn of the Century Cast Venus after Bertel Thorvaldsen

Italian Painted Roman Emperor Bust
Located in New York, NY
Italian Neo-Classic style (19/20th Cent) faux painted composition bust of a Roman Emperor wearing a red toga and mounted on a black square base.
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Late 19th Century Italian Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Italian Painted Roman Emperor Bust
Italian Painted Roman Emperor Bust

Italian Painted Roman Emperor Bust

Antique Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Sevin and Barbedienne
By Louis-Constant Sevin, Ferdinand Barbedienne
Located in London, GB
This ormolu clock is an exemplary work by the famous French 19th century metalworker and foundry-owner, Ferdiand Barbedienne. Working with a design made by the acclaimed onamentalist, Louis-Constant...
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Late 19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Ormolu, Bronze

Antique Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Sevin and Barbedienne
Antique Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Sevin and Barbedienne

Antique Gilt Bronze Mantel Clock by Sevin and Barbedienne

Antique French Gilt Bronze, Marble and Tole Revolving Dial Clock
By Francois Vion
Located in London, GB
This exquisite mantel clock was designed in the 19th century in France, inspired by an earlier model by François Vion, a famous Parisian metalworker of the 18th century. In this desi...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

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Marble, Enamel, Ormolu, Tôle, Bronze

Antique French Gilt Bronze, Marble and Tole Revolving Dial Clock
Antique French Gilt Bronze, Marble and Tole Revolving Dial Clock

Antique French Gilt Bronze, Marble and Tole Revolving Dial Clock

Pair of Silvered Bronze Models of the Marly Horses After Guillaume Coustou
By Guillaume Coustou
Located in London, GB
This pair of silvered bronze models show semi-clad classical male attendants restraining their rearing horses. They are modeled after the 1739 sculptures in marble by Guillaume Coust...
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19th Century French Antique Neoclassical Sculptures

Materials

Bronze

Pair of Silvered Bronze Models of the Marly Horses After Guillaume Coustou
Pair of Silvered Bronze Models of the Marly Horses After Guillaume Coustou

Pair of Silvered Bronze Models of the Marly Horses After Guillaume Coustou

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