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Pair of Antique Terracotta Statues, Paris, circa 1880

$4,800per set
£3,665.19per set
€4,172.95per set
CA$6,739.96per set
A$7,368.09per set
CHF 3,898.05per set
MX$88,171.08per set
NOK 49,597.13per set
SEK 45,401.15per set
DKK 31,169.35per set

About the Item

This charming pair of French terracotta statues depicts a male and female musician and was made during the latter half of the 1800s. Both statues have been stamped “GOSSIN PARIS” on the back sides. The Gossin factory in Paris was led by two brothers, Etienne (died in 1900) and Louis (1846-1928). The brothers regularly showed their wares at the official art exhibition of the Académie des Beaux-Arts, the Salon de Paris, where they would often bring home medals for outstanding quality works. They were very well known for their ornamental terra cotta fabrications which were exhibited all-over the country, where they also took home various medals. Both of these statues represent musicians siting upon rocky bases decorated with flowers, and our male musician has been depicted holding a “musette de cour”, which is a relative of the bagpipe. The female musician can be seen with a “vielle à roue” in her lap. A vielle à roue is a string instrument that produces sound when a crank is turned. The crank rotates a wheel that rubs against the strings. The sound can be compared to that of a violin. Place this elegant pair of 19th century terracotta musician statues on any table surface. You could also turn these into table lamps as each statue has a small hole in the top of their heads, perhaps indicating that a previous owner had done this.
  • Creator:
    Gossin Frères Manufactory (Workshop/Studio)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.125 in (66.36 cm)Width: 12.375 in (31.44 cm)Depth: 11.625 in (29.53 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Terracotta
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Female musician was professionally cleaned. The fingers on the left hand of the male have been repaired. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. CONDITION: Good condition with some minor losses and previous professional restorations. Surface buildup and general wear. Small old holes in top of heads indicating possible previous use as lamps.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 920-211stDibs: LU906321124792

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