Gilded Bronze Angel On A Marble Pedestal

Gilded bronze angel on a marble pedestal
This gilded bronze putto is depicted in a contrapposto pose (dynamic stride)
He is shown in full motion, with his weight shifted onto one leg, while he raises his left arm toward his head
From a historical perspective, this figure draws inspiration from Hellenistic styles, which were widely popularized during the French Empire and Consulate in the 19th century
The statuette rests on a classic, multi-tiered octagonal marble base
It is crafted from at least two distinct types of luxury marble. The main vertical column and the step immediately below it are made of breccia marble in a rich, deep reddish-brown hue (likely Brèche Royale or Rouge Languedoc). The outermost part of the base offers a striking contrast, as it is made of a softer salmon-pink marble with subtle white variations.
Angel: 8.5 cm wide, 8.5 cm deep, and 10 cm tall
Marble base: 8.5 cm in diameter at the base, 4.5 cm in diameter at the top, and 9 cm tall
Total height: 19 cm
19th-century French craftsmanship