Charles Henri Joseph Cordier Busts

Itzhak Ofer (Polish, 1910-1988), sculpture, mahogany, “embracing couple”, signed on base, "OFER", 25" h. x 12 1/2" w. x 9 1/2" d. including base. Itzhak Ofer was a Sculptor. b. 1910, Poland. Immigrated 1935. Studies: 1941-45 American University, Cairo, plastic arts and drama. Prize: 1968 Public Council of Culture and Art for Best Play. 1981 Initiated and directed a competition of Environmental Sculpture, Ramat Gan...

This 20th-century French gilt bronze "Venus" sculpture is a harmonious fusion of ancient inspiration and modernist aesthetics. The abstracted female torso, resplendent in gilded bron...

Charles Valton bronze sculpture of a stalking wolf. The sculpture is finished in a dark brown patina and is signed on the tip of the tail "C.H. Valton"....

A dynamic, life-sized marble bust of a Roman in a toga with a leopard’s head clasp, raised on a variegated grey socle. Mid-19th century. This impressive antique bust of an - as yet to be identified - Roman, is in good condition. Some tentative comparisons have been made to Caracalla, also known as Antoninus. Possibly a ''Grand Tour'' item. The Grand Tour was an extended excursion to the Continent undertaken by English gentlemen...

Beautiful large Brutalist sculpture by John De La Rosa.

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...

Bronze sculpture of the Artist Joseph Charles de Blezer. Bronze sculpture from the 19th century, Napoleon III period by Joseph Charles de Blezer (1828-1884).     h: 49cm , w: 21cm, ...

In the soft glow of a dimly lit room, there stands a pair of French statuettes from the enchanting 1800s, a testament to a bygone era of elegance and opulence. These remarkable works of art, fashioned from lustrous bronze, exude an air of timeless grandeur that beckons you to step closer and marvel at their exquisite craftsmanship. Each statuette is a masterpiece in its own right, a testament to the skill and dedication of the master sculptor who brought them into existence. The attention to detail is nothing short of astonishing, with every sinew of the majestic lions' bodies meticulously chiseled and lovingly rendered. The craftsmanship is so fine that one cannot help but be captivated by the lifelike expressions and powerful stances of these regal creatures. These two lions, poised in a position of imposing authority, emanate an aura of strength and royalty that transcends time and space. Their heads held high, their fierce eyes gazing into the distance, they embody the very essence of majesty and dominance. Their finely chiseled manes cascade down their muscular necks, a testament to their untamed, wild nature. But it is not just their form that captivates the beholder; it is the material itself that adds to their allure. Cast entirely in bronze, these lions bear traces of antiquity beneath their paws, a subtle reminder of the centuries that have passed since their creation. The patina of age only enhances their mystique, as if they have borne witness to a thousand stories, silently guarding the secrets of the past. In symbolism, lions are revered as symbols of strength and royalty, and these statuettes do justice to that legacy. They are more than mere sculptures...

Late 19th century decorative wood panel, hand carved curtain relief.

Pair Bust Depicting Summer & Spring Sculptures Statues on Pedestals LA Antiques . 19th century resin busts of ladies depicting summer and spring from Harrods Store, London. Made after the original pair by Charles Henri Joseph Cordier (1827-1905) in the Manner of Albert Ernest Carrier-belleuse Realized in Patinated and Gilded Bronze, the Drapery in Cashemire Onyx - Marbre and were sold at Christies for GBP 241,250 christies Decorative Arts Europe London 29 April 2010 Lot 100 The pair we have of tall busts two smiling females faces with hair gathered in a tight chignon, the forehead encircled with a flowered garland falling down on the shoulder mixed with wheat and fields flowers. Antiques Dealer Los Angeles CA Beverly hills West Hollywood Melrose ave La Cienega Blvd. Architectural Decorative...

A Monumental Italian 19th Century Marble Sculpture of "Flora's Embrace", By Professore F. Galli. Flora's Embrace, an exquisite marble sculpture by the esteemed Professore Fortunato G...

L'Inconnue de la Seine or The Unknown Woman of the Seine (1900 - 1920) The bronze likeness of a young girl found drowned in the Seine r...