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Antique French Spelter Figure "La Bucheronne" (The Wood Gatherer) on Original Wooden Pedestal
A charming antique French spelter sculpture titled …
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Antique French Spelter Figure "La Bucheronne" (The Wood Gatherer) on Original Wooden Pedestal
A charming antique French spelter sculpture titled "La Bucheronne" ("The Wood Gatherer"), depicting a young country woman carrying a bundle of gathered sticks while walking forward with her rake. The figure beautifully captures the romanticized rural scenes that were popular in French decorative arts during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Mounted on its original turned wooden pedestal, this finely modeled sculpture displays excellent detail throughout the drapery, facial features, and naturalistic pose. The bronze-toned finish has developed an attractive aged patina over time, adding warmth and character to the piece.
Research has revealed similar examples of French spelter figural sculptures, though this particular model appears to be considerably less common. The French title plaque and traditional construction are consistent with French decorative art production of the period.
The figure retains its original rake and bundle of sticks. There is age-related finish wear in several areas, along with a separation at the arm-to-rake connection that does not materially affect display. The rake remains securely attached, and the issue is difficult to notice when the sculpture is viewed normally. The wooden pedestal exhibits a stable age crack visible on the underside, consistent with natural wood movement over many decades.
Dimensions
Height: Approximately 17.5 inches
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- Dimensions
- 9ʺW × 6ʺD × 17.5ʺH
- Art Subjects
- Figure
- Period
- Late 19th Century
- Country of Origin
- France
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze Finish
- Cast Iron
- Wood
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Bronze
- Condition Notes
- Good antique condition with age-appropriate wear, patina, and finish loss. Stable age crack to the wooden base. Separation present at … moreGood antique condition with age-appropriate wear, patina, and finish loss. Stable age crack to the wooden base. Separation present at the arm-to-rake connection as noted above. Small piece of rake's top might be missing but hard to say. Please review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the description. less
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