Isidore Jules Bonheur

Antique Horse Bronze Trotting Stallion Isidore Jules Bonheur (France, 1827-1901)

1870-1879

Antique Bronze Portrait of a Draft Horse Isidore Jules Bonheur (France, 1827-1901) Circa 1840s Cast bronze mounted on a rectangular plinth atop a marble s...

Antique Bronze Dog Bulldog Playing with a Mouse on Sheaves of Wheat Henri Émile Adrien Trodoux (1815-1881) 6 1/8 x 3 7/5 inches Signed on the terrace Henri Émile Adrien Trodoux (Fre...

Antique Bronze Dog Sculpture Chihuahua "La Petite Belle Lydie" Charles Valton (French, 1851-1918) Circa 15 1/2 x 10 1/4 x 7 Lydie is a Chihuahua making her a very rare image from ...

Antique Horse Bronze: Mare in the Stable Playing with a Dog (Good Companions) Jument à l'écurie jouant avec un chien Pierre-Jules Mene (French, 1810-1879) Bronze 19 x 10 inches One of Mene's most beloved bronze, well-loved early example with beautiful rich patina. A sensitive portrait of a horse nuzzling his companion while the terrier is giving kisses to the horse’s nose. Cast by Mene’s own foundry and is very well detailed with a medium brown patina. Pierre-Jules Mêne (1810-1879) was one of the most successful and prolific animalier sculptors of the 19th century, known for his naturalistic representation of animals. Mêne received no formal education in sculpture but was taught to draw and model by his father and later began casting his own sculptures. He was largely self-taught, possessing a keen observation of nature that enabled him to capture the essence of his animal subjects with remarkable accuracy and vivacity. His work debuted at the Paris Salon in 1838, and from that point onwards, he exhibited his sculptures regularly. Mêne specialized in small-scale domestic animals, his subjects often including horses, dogs, bulls, and sheep. Interestingly, almost no big game are found in Mêne's ouevre. Beginning in 1837 as orders started coming in, Mêne worked as Antoine-Louis Barye before him, opening his own foundry where he personally oversaw the manufacture and production of his art. The work produced there bears the hallmark of extraordinary attention to detail and thoughtfulness shown in every element of presentation and assembly. His mastery in the technical aspects of casting bronze without relying on professional founders for the completion of his models gave him a significant advantage in producing his pieces with fine detail and at a lower cost. This operation was expanded in 1852 to handle the casting of models for his new son-in-law, Auguste Cain. Mêne’s sculptures...

Antique Bronze Dog Portrait of a Maltese on a Marble Base French 19th century 1/2 x 8 x 5 1/2 inches The chiseled bronze has a nuanced, rich brown patina depicting a Maltese in the round, seated on a quadrangular marble base decorated with very fine gilt bronze flowers and fluted feet. Napoleon III, Louis XVI style. Based on a model by Jacques Caffieri for the Prince de Condé in 1773. (More images to be added.) Executed during the nineteenth century, this figure is fully in line with the eclectic taste of the reign of Napoleon III. Indeed, the Empress Eugenie brought the Louis XVI style up to date in her castle of Compiègne. Jacques Caffieri is one of the most famous bronze smiths of the eighteenth century. In 1715 he was admitted as a master caster and chiseler, and worked almost exclusively for the crown castles...

Antique Bronze Dog Portrait of a Terrier Pierre-Albert Laplanche (French, 1826-1873) Signed in script to base "Laplanche" Stamped "E.V 3753" 8 x 2.75 x 8 1/4 inches This is a super...

"Goldfish III" is a captivating sculpture crafted by the esteemed artist Andrzej Szymczyk. This original wildlife tabletop sculpture offers a unique interpretation of the iconic gold...

Bronze , Limited edition of 12 Delve into the mysterious depths of the ocean with "Murene" by the talented artist Andrzej Szymczyk, a captivating bronze sculpture that brings the hidden world of the Moray eel to life in stunning detail. This original wildlife sculpture invites you to witness the untamed beauty of the sea, captured with remarkable artistry and precision. With its abstract style, "Murene" offers a fresh perspective on nature, allowing viewers to experience the thrill of discovery with each glance. At the heart of the sculpture, a Moray eel emerges from the depths, its sinuous body weaving among the coral formations. With its head boldly protruding from the intricate reef, the eel exudes an air of curiosity and intrigue, its piercing eyes surveying the surrounding waters with keen intelligence. The artist's masterful use of bronze brings out the eel's distinctive features, from its sleek form to the intricate details of its skin and scales. Against a backdrop of tranquil blue, "Murene" commands attention with its dynamic composition and lifelike presence. With the artist's signature proudly displayed, "Murene" stands as a testament to the skill and passion poured into its creation. It is a true collector's piece, ready to inspire wonder and admiration for generations to come. For those eager to bring the magic of the ocean into their homes, "Murene" is available for sale at Signet Contemporary Art, Chelsea, both in-person and online. Don't miss the opportunity to own this extraordinary sculpture and embark on a journey into the depths of imagination. "Murene, Moray eel often seen with its head among coral formation waiting to ambush prey. It has two unique set of jaws. One powerful set of jaws with razor sharp teeth that catches the prey and smaller inside jaws that comes out from the throat and pulls the pray back inside, just like in "Alien" movie. Murene has very good sense of smell and is able to get into narrow tunnels in the coral formations. It partners-up with Coral Grouper...

Bronze , Limited edition of 12 Step into the underwater realm with "Bontana" by the talented Andrzej Szymczyk, a captivating bronze sculpture that celebrates the mystique of wildlif...

BOLLEL. Child and conch shell. Original multiple bronze sculpture

Francesco Messina (Linguaglossa 1900 – Milan 1995), Fisherman (1930) Bronze sculpture measuring 131 x 52 x 65 cm, signed and dated 1930 on the base. Francesco Messina’s Fisherman w...

ALFRED STEVENS (1817-1875) Judith Bronze 22 cm., 8 ¾ in. high Provenance: Handley-Read Collection; Fine Art Society, London, 1979; Collection of Peter Rose and Albert Gallichan. ...