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Clodion 'Bacchanalia' 22 3/4"Ssigned Bronze Sculpture Raingo Freres Foundry Circa 1860, - No Reserve

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Start price: $800

Estimated price: $1,000 - $1,500

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Description

Keywords: Clodion, Raingo Freres, Patinated Bronze, 19th Century Art, "Bacchanalia" Classical Sculpture, Mythological Scene, French Foundry, Decorative Art, Historical Artwork

Summary:
Claude Michel (1738–1814), known as Clodion, was a celebrated French sculptor renowned for his spirited Rococo compositions depicting mythological subjects, bacchanalian revelers, nymphs, satyrs, and putti.

This signed patinated bronze sculpture, “Bacchanalia, ” was cast in the 19th century by the renowned Raingo Frères foundry, celebrated for its high-quality bronze works. Founded in Paris in 1813, Raingo Frères became one of the most prestigious artistic foundries of the 19th century. Best known for exceptional ormolu, astronomical clocks, and limited-edition gilt bronzes, the firm served as an official supplier to the French Imperial Court under Napoleon III.

The sculpture depicts a lively bacchanalian scene characteristic of Clodion’s style, featuring intricately modeled figures engaged in a joyous celebratory dance. The dynamic composition, fluid drapery, and expressive movement exemplify the enduring popularity of Clodion’s mythological subjects and the exceptional casting quality associated with the Raingo Frères foundry.

This is a NO RESERVE lot. There are no hidden or confidential reserves. All acceptable bidding begins at the published online START PRICE.
Measurement: 22 3/4 x 10 x 9 in. (57.8 x 25.4 x 22.9 cm.) Approx

Condition: Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.

All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.

Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions. Accordingly, works are sold as ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.

Bidders are encouraged to carefully review all photographs and, when possible, examine items in person prior to bidding. Photographs form an integral part of each lot’s description. The absence of a condition report, notation, or reference to damage does not imply that an item is free from defects, restoration, wear, or other condition issues. All items are sold as is, where is, and may show signs of age, use, wear, repair, or prior restoration. By placing a bid, bidders acknowledge and agree to the Terms and Conditions of Sale.
All descriptions, catalog statements, condition reports, reflect an opinion based on the information provided to us at the time of cataloging. Any certificates of authenticity, if provided by consignor, will be noted in the catalog. Clocks and watches are not warranted or represented to keep accurate time. We strongly recommend that all vintage lighting be examined or rewired prior to use.
Auction Galleries reselling works do not issue Certificates of Authenticity. COA’s should best be sought from the original artist or their foundations, which often refrain from giving written authentication opinions.  Accordingly, works are sold as  ATTRIBUTED to the artist or maker named in the description. These attributions reflect an OPINION and are intended to provide collectors, researchers, and institutions the opportunity to study and further contextualize the material offered or establish a work’s art-historical significance.