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19th Century French Copper Bas Relief Plaque of a Young Nobleman
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Using the ancient metalworking technique known as repousse, this copper bas relief plaque of a young nobleman was hand-chiseled by a French artist in the 1800’s. Repousse requires the metal to be “punched” from the backside, meaning that the image is created in reverse. The plaque was then finished with a thin rolled rim.
The subject of the plaque is a young nobleman with long curly hair past his shoulders, gazing off to his right. As was the style for nobility of the 19th century, the gentleman is clad in a loose-fitting shirt with a folded down collar. It appears as if he is wearing a ruffled cravat as well, which was a popular neckband at the time. The details are quite impressive, as the artist was able to accurately depict bone structure of the face, folds of fabric, and individual curls of hair. Our 19th century copper bas relief plaque will make a great decorative object on the wall of any room of the house.
- Dimensions:Height: 20.75 in (52.71 cm)Width: 16.875 in (42.87 cm)Depth: 1.5 in (3.81 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Copper,Repoussé
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- Date of Manufacture:Late 1800s
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Good antique condition. Wear commensurate to age and use, with minor rubs and buildup. Small circlet on back for hanging. Light trace of verdigris along the rim. The plaque has a dark patina, but a few areas have traces of the original finish.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
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