Magnificent bronze sculpture of Auguste Moreau – cast by L’Arbre d’Or (Belgium) – on a marble base (total height 154 cm)
An impressive and refined work of art that exudes elegance and craftsmanship.
This large bronze sculpture depicts two young women in graceful movement, a typically romantic scene in the style of Auguste Moreau (1834–1917), one of the most beloved French sculptors of the 19th century.
The work has been reissued with exceptional care by the Belgian art foundry L’Arbre d’Or, renowned for its artistic bronze foundry since 1921 and its label “The Fame of Bronze – Made in Belgium.”
This foundry guarantees high-quality reproductions in solid bronze, always using the traditional lost-wax method.
Features:
- Artist: Auguste Moreau (signed in the bronze)
- Foundry: L’Arbre d’Or – “The Fame of Bronze,” Belgium
- Date: 20th century (ca. 1921–1990)
- Material: Patinated bronze on a marble base
- Base: Solid reddish-brown marble column with white veining, consisting of three parts
- Total height: approx. 154 cm
- Width: approx. 37 cm
- Depth: approx. 36 cm
- Weight: +/- 80 to 100 kg
- Condition: very good; only minimal signs of wear to the marble base (see photo); small chip on the back at the foot of the base.
Description:
The two graceful figures, in flowing robes and with lively expressions, embody the lighthearted joie de vivre characteristic of Moreau’s work. The warm, dark patina of the bronze contrasts beautifully with the gleaming marble column, making this piece a true eye-catcher in any interior—classic or modern.
Provenance:
Cast in Belgium by L’Arbre d’Or.
The company has been active since 1921 and is known for its exceptional quality in artistic bronze, often in collaboration with French and Belgian sculptors.
A rare opportunity to acquire a large, artistic, Belgian-cast bronze masterpiece—a paragon of craftsmanship and elegance.
Specifications
ConditionVery goodColorsMulti ColorMaterialMarbleNumber of items1OrientationPortraitArt sizeLargeHeight154 cmWidth37 cmSigns of usageChipped