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This evocative French figural sculpture depicts “The Angelus,” a traditional rural scene showing a farming couple pausing their work in …
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This evocative French figural sculpture depicts “The Angelus,” a traditional rural scene showing a farming couple pausing their work in quiet reflection and prayer. The subject became widely celebrated in 19th-century French art through the iconic painting by Jean-François Millet, and was later interpreted in sculptural form by European decorative art manufacturers.
The figures are sensitively modeled, with expressive body language and finely detailed garments and farming tools. The composition conveys a strong sense of intimacy, humility, and rural devotion, hallmarks of the Angelus theme. The sculpture retains its original patinated finish, with subtle tonal variations and light surface bloom inherent to the material and casting process, consistent with age and manufacture.
The rear of the base bears two original manufacturer’s marks, including the Onnaing France seal with fleur-de-lis and a stamped model number (BE 321), confirming French production in the early 20th century. Onnaing was well known for producing high-quality decorative sculptures inspired by popular academic and naturalist themes of the period.
A substantial and visually striking work, ideal for collectors of French decorative arts or for display in traditional, European, or curated interiors.
DIMENSIONS
• Height: 19.5 in
• Base Length: 9.25 in
• Base Width: 8 in
• Overall Sculpture Length: 11.5 in
• Overall Sculpture Width: 8 in
• Weight: approx. 25 lbs
Circa 1900–1920 (Early 20th Century)
Material: Patinated composite metal (spelter / cold-cast metal), typical of early French decorative sculpture.
French sculpture
Onnaing France
The Angelus
Figural sculpture
Romantic sculpture
Harvest scene
Rural life
European antique
Early 20th century
Decorative arts
Patinated metal
French country decor
Fleur-de-lis
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- Dimensions
- 8ʺW × 11.5ʺD × 19.5ʺH
- Styles
- French
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Early 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Sculpture Materials
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Charcoal
- Condition Notes
- Good vintage condition. The sculpture retains its original patinated surface with subtle age-related surface variations and light blooming, consistent with … moreGood vintage condition. The sculpture retains its original patinated surface with subtle age-related surface variations and light blooming, consistent with the material, age, and original casting process. No structural damage observed. Minor surface wear and patina variations contribute to the authentic character of the piece. Please, check all pictures. less
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