L. Grégoire - Bronze Cast With A Nuanced Brown Patina - 19th-century Sculpture - No. 1715

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L. Grégoire (19th century)

A beautiful bronze cast with a nuanced brown patina depicting an ancient soldier in Greco-Roman-inspired military attire. The figure is depicted standing, wearing a scale breastplate, a short skirt with flounces, and a helmet adorned with side wings. His right arm is raised in a solemn gesture, while his left arm rests near an altar topped by a blazing brazier, evoking a heroic or allegorical theme.

This antique cast, signed by L. Grégoire, bears the mark of the foundry Bayer Frères in Paris, a hallmark of quality for artistic castings produced in the 19th century. The finesse of the chiseling highlights the details of the armor, drapery, and decorative elements, while the nuanced brown patina lends the piece a beautiful depth and an elegant presence.

This sculpture is a remarkable example of 19th-century artistic bronze production, inspired by classical antiquity. It would be well suited to a collection of antique bronzes, a connoisseur’s cabinet, or a classically styled interior.

Characteristics:

• Artist: L. Grégoire (19th century)
• Subject: Ancient soldier
• Material: Bronze cast
• Patina: Nuanced brown
• Cast: Antique cast
• Signature: Signed L. Grégoire
• Caster: Bayer Frères, Paris
• Period: 19th century
• Dimensions: H. 50 × W. 21 × D. 22 cm