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Life Size Bronze Tand Marble Torchiere attributed to Barbedienne or Susse Freres

$17,500
£13,222.08
€15,148.51
CA$24,418.18
A$26,614.56
CHF 14,070.89
MX$320,388.85
NOK 178,594.61
SEK 163,734.75
DKK 113,160.08

About the Item

NOTE: NOT WIRED BUT I HAD TO CHOOSE ONE TO LIST This impressive late 19th-century French life-size torchère, executed in patinated and gilt bronze and mounted on a carved stone base, is a commanding example of Louis XVI revival decorative sculpture at its most refined and theatrical. Conceived as both sculpture and illumination, the piece embodies the neoclassical ideals of balance, elegance, and sculptural clarity that dominated elite French interiors during the Belle Époque. The torchère is modeled as a graceful classical female figure, standing in contrapposto with a serene, introspective expression. Her finely articulated anatomy is softened by flowing drapery that cascades naturally along the body, demonstrating exceptional understanding of classical form. The bronze surface is finished in a deep, rich dark patina, creating striking contrast with the brilliantly gilded torch and floral light arms she supports. Rising from her hand, the torch blossoms into an ornate corona of scrolling foliage and candle-style lights, crowned by an elegant vertical finial—an arrangement that provides both vertical drama and radiant illumination. The sculptural quality is exceptional: the modeling of the face, hair, and drapery rivals academic salon sculpture, while the crisp chasing of the gilt bronze elements reflects the handwork of a top-tier Parisian foundry. The piece rests on a substantial circular stone base, grounding the composition and emphasizing its architectural presence. Torchères of this scale were typically commissioned for grand salons, stair halls, hôtels particuliers, and palatial interiors, where they served as symbols of refinement and cultural authority. Attribution and Maker While unsigned, this torchère is strongly attributable to a major Parisian bronze foundry, most plausibly Susse Frères or Ferdinand Barbedienne, both of whom were renowned for producing monumental figural bronzes and lighting sculptures of this caliber during the late 19th century. These firms specialized in translating academic sculpture into decorative works, often collaborating with leading sculptors and architects. Susse Frères, founded in the early 19th century, was celebrated for its museum-quality casts and refined patinas, while Barbedienne became internationally famous for monumental bronzes and luxury lighting, exhibiting extensively at world’s fairs. Torchères from these ateliers were exported worldwide and remain highly sought after today. Decorative Collectible Significance Life-size French bronze torchères are rare survivors, prized for their scale, artistry, and dramatic presence. This example stands as a museum-level decorative object, equally powerful as sculpture and lighting. Elegant, monumental, and richly historic, this Louis XVI patinated and gilt bronze torchère is a statement piece of exceptional distinction—ideal for collectors, designers, or interiors seeking true European grandeur. Dimensions: 77.5 inches high x 26.5 inches wide x 26.5 inches deep
  • Attributed to:
    Susse Freres (Artist)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 77.5 in (196.85 cm)Width: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Depth: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)
  • Power Source:
    Plug-in
  • Voltage:
    110-150v
  • Lampshade:
    Not Included
  • Style:
    Neoclassical Revival (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Marble
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    1860-1869
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1860
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Not wired but can be wired by a professional electrician inexpensively.
  • Seller Location:
    Swedesboro, NJ
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU2091348046902

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