Antique Gilded Antimony Sculpture of a Blacksmith by Ruchet, Early 1900s

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A splendid sculpture that pays homage to the noble art of blacksmithing and manual labor. This early 20th-century sculpture, an … Read more A splendid sculpture that pays homage to the noble art of blacksmithing and manual labor. This early 20th-century sculpture, an ideal companion in style and workmanship to the "Miner," depicts a blacksmith captured in the act of creating.

Subject and Style: The work, titled "Forgeron - Par Ruchet" (The Blacksmith) as indicated on the front plate, depicts a proud male figure in work attire, holding a heavy hammer in his left hand and lifting a newly crafted object in his right. Behind him is the anvil, an iconic symbol of the trade. The title is also embossed on the metal base.

Material and Finish: The statue is crafted of antimony, with a lustrous gold-plated finish applied later to preserve the metal and give it a uniform aesthetic. The figure rests on a rock base that rests on a solid turned wooden pedestal, featuring a reddish finish that mimics the grain of marble.

Technical Details and Condition:

· Type: Sculpture / Statue celebrating the trades.

· Subject: Blacksmith ("Forgeron").

· Artist / Inscription: Par Ruchet.

· Materials: Gilded antimony, wooden base.

· Period: Early 1900s (Antique).

· Dimensions: Base diameter 13.5 cm. Total height 39.5 cm.

· Condition: Excellent condition. The structure is intact and solid. The subsequent gilding is well applied and shiny. The wooden base is in excellent condition.

Please note that any white areas in the photo are due to reflections from the artificial lights used to best illuminate the item, which may cause a slight color variation in the photograph.

The item is original and is carefully photographed, capturing every detail, highlighting its quality, strengths, and any defects.

It is sold "as is," and the and photographs are accurate. See less