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Fine quality French bronze sculpture of ‘Penelope’
A late 19th century fine quality French bronze sculpture of ‘Penelope’ by Pierre Jules Cavelier (1814-1894).
This bronze, of Neoclassical style, depicts Penelope sleeping, seated on a klismos chair wearing Roman style draped chiton with a spindle in her hand supported on an oval base signed ‘J Cavelier’ with ‘Collas’ reduction stamp.
The subject of Penelope is from ‘Homer’s Odyssey’ and tells how her husband, Odyssey, the king of Ithaca, is away for more than twenty years at the Trojan War, she remains faithful to her husband despite many suitors asking for her hand. Penelope insists they should wait until she has woven a shroud for her father-in-law, Laertes, for three years every night she unravels the weaving she has completed during the day to prolong the decision, eventually Odyssey returns and finds that she has remained faithful to him, hence her name is associated with fidelity.
The original marble sculpture was displayed at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in 1848 and was highly celebrated by the Académie de France jury in Rome.
Later in the 1849 Salon it was awarded a first class medal and medal of honour receiving many acolades, particularly remarkable was the sculpting of the cloths which combine both naturalism and reference to Greek and Roman sculpture, the original sculpture can now be found in the Musée d’Orsay.
Pierre Jules Cavelier (1814-1894) was a French sculptor born in Paris, he was awarded the Prix de Rome is 1842 and lived at the Villa Medici between 1843-1847 and on his return to France he was awarded various commissions from the Louvre, City Hall , the Opera, Notre Dame etc.
Cavalier took inspiration from antique statuary and the sculpture of Penelope was based on a statue at the Capitilone Museum in Rome.
This sculpture appeared in the Ferdinand Barbedienne catalogue for 1886, five sizes of this model were produced after the original.
Although a foundry stamp for Barbedienne is not evident on this bronze, it was certainly produced by a very good foundry and also having the ‘Collas’ reduction stamp indicates it was produced by Barbedienne.
The Barbedienne foundry was set up in 1838 by Ferdinand Barbedienne and Achille Collas, Collas invented a machine to create smaller bronze figures from statues of Greek & Roman origin in particular. The foundry produced many fine pieces over the years and worked closely with many artists, two of the most famous being Barye and Rodin.
This bronze is in excellent condition for age and can go straight into a home.
Size:
Height: 25cm
Width: 20cm
Depth: 12.5cm LVS Decorative Arts is a family run business specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.
Being members of LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antiques dealers in the UK, we are committed in upholding the highest of standards.
All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods by cabinet makers and polishers with a wealth of experience keeping the item in as original condition as possible and conserving original patina (colour) and materials whenever possible - we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.
Please bear in mind antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Please note viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange
Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque
Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos
Please note antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
Please contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451
Thank you and we hope you find our stock interesting.
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LVS Decorative Arts
Private dealer
By appointment only
Suffolk
England, UK
Tel : 07703306451
Non UK callers : +44 7703306451
This bronze, of Neoclassical style, depicts Penelope sleeping, seated on a klismos chair wearing Roman style draped chiton with a spindle in her hand supported on an oval base signed ‘J Cavelier’ with ‘Collas’ reduction stamp.
The subject of Penelope is from ‘Homer’s Odyssey’ and tells how her husband, Odyssey, the king of Ithaca, is away for more than twenty years at the Trojan War, she remains faithful to her husband despite many suitors asking for her hand. Penelope insists they should wait until she has woven a shroud for her father-in-law, Laertes, for three years every night she unravels the weaving she has completed during the day to prolong the decision, eventually Odyssey returns and finds that she has remained faithful to him, hence her name is associated with fidelity.
The original marble sculpture was displayed at the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in 1848 and was highly celebrated by the Académie de France jury in Rome.
Later in the 1849 Salon it was awarded a first class medal and medal of honour receiving many acolades, particularly remarkable was the sculpting of the cloths which combine both naturalism and reference to Greek and Roman sculpture, the original sculpture can now be found in the Musée d’Orsay.
Pierre Jules Cavelier (1814-1894) was a French sculptor born in Paris, he was awarded the Prix de Rome is 1842 and lived at the Villa Medici between 1843-1847 and on his return to France he was awarded various commissions from the Louvre, City Hall , the Opera, Notre Dame etc.
Cavalier took inspiration from antique statuary and the sculpture of Penelope was based on a statue at the Capitilone Museum in Rome.
This sculpture appeared in the Ferdinand Barbedienne catalogue for 1886, five sizes of this model were produced after the original.
Although a foundry stamp for Barbedienne is not evident on this bronze, it was certainly produced by a very good foundry and also having the ‘Collas’ reduction stamp indicates it was produced by Barbedienne.
The Barbedienne foundry was set up in 1838 by Ferdinand Barbedienne and Achille Collas, Collas invented a machine to create smaller bronze figures from statues of Greek & Roman origin in particular. The foundry produced many fine pieces over the years and worked closely with many artists, two of the most famous being Barye and Rodin.
This bronze is in excellent condition for age and can go straight into a home.
Size:
Height: 25cm
Width: 20cm
Depth: 12.5cm LVS Decorative Arts is a family run business specialising in an eclectic mix of fine quality and decorative antiques from around the world.
Being members of LAPADA, the largest association for professional art and antiques dealers in the UK, we are committed in upholding the highest of standards.
All furniture is professionally restored to the highest of standards, using traditional methods by cabinet makers and polishers with a wealth of experience keeping the item in as original condition as possible and conserving original patina (colour) and materials whenever possible - we feel that quality restoration is paramount to the longevity of the piece.
Please bear in mind antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Please note viewing is 'By Appointment' only - please contact Liza a few days in advance to arrange
Payments are accepted by bank transfer or cheque
Please contact us if any further high definition photographs are required or please visit our own website as follows where you can zoom in on the photos
Please note antique items for sale may have some wear and marks commensurate with their age which adds to the character of the piece.
Please contact Liza either by email lvsdecorativearts@btinternet.com or telephone 07703306451
Thank you and we hope you find our stock interesting.
Price The price has been listed in British Pounds.
Conversion rates as of 6/JAN/2025. Euro & Dollar prices will vary and should only be used as a guide.
Always confirm final price with dealer. sold
Date 1886
Early Victorian Antiques Material Bronze
Origin French
Item code as304a1382 / LVS1233
Status Sold
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DELIVERIES
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Deliveries can be arranged by us, using specialist antiques couriers and shippers both within the UK and overseas.
Most UK deliveries will be made within 14 days, some may take longer but we would advise of this at the time of purchase.
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Any overseas delivery timescales are discussed with the buyer at time of purchase.
RETURNS
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Please bear in mind that all antiques have slight blemishes and this adds to the character of them.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMER
Please note if you cancel a purchase after paying but before the item has been delivered, we will issue a full refund excluding a 10% administration fee.
Please note that in the very unlikely event an item is delivered and arrives with damaged packaging, it is a requisite by many insurance companies used by shippers/couriers that the following is undertaken as soon as possible
1) photographs taken of the packaging/box before being opened and emailed to me
2) no packaging/boxes must be destroyed or cut as these may need to be viewed
3) photographs taken of the item (if damaged) and emailed to me
INSURED DELIVERY INCLUDED IN LIST PRICE WITHIN MAINLAND UK
Deliveries can be arranged by us, using specialist antiques couriers and shippers both within the UK and overseas.
Most UK deliveries will be made within 14 days, some may take longer but we would advise of this at the time of purchase.
Worldwide shipping available, please contact us for a free quote to include professional packing and fully insured services
Any overseas delivery timescales are discussed with the buyer at time of purchase.
RETURNS
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Please bear in mind that all antiques have slight blemishes and this adds to the character of them.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
CANCELLATION BY CUSTOMER
Please note if you cancel a purchase after paying but before the item has been delivered, we will issue a full refund excluding a 10% administration fee.
Please note that in the very unlikely event an item is delivered and arrives with damaged packaging, it is a requisite by many insurance companies used by shippers/couriers that the following is undertaken as soon as possible
1) photographs taken of the packaging/box before being opened and emailed to me
2) no packaging/boxes must be destroyed or cut as these may need to be viewed
3) photographs taken of the item (if damaged) and emailed to me
Terms and conditions
TERMS OF SALE
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
Customers purchasing items over the internet can be assured that we offer a 14 day returns policy in the unlikely event you are not satisfied with your purchase.
We will issue a full refund less the RETURN transport/courier costs once the item is returned back to us in the same condition as when it left us and with the same courier, the return fee should be the same as the delivery fee and no more, estimate for a general piece of furniture within mainland UK £70 - £100 plus vat.
Cancellation forms can be forwarded to you on request.
The refund will be be made no later than 14 days after the day we receive the goods back from you.
View all stock from
LVS Decorative Arts
Private dealerBy appointment only
Suffolk
England, UK
Tel : 07703306451
Non UK callers : +44 7703306451
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