Bidspirit auction | PAUL DUBOIS FRENCH ANTIQUE BRONZE

PAUL DUBOIS FRENCH ANTIQUE BRONZE STATUE BARBEDIENNE - A fine 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture titled ”Le Chanteur Florentin” (The Florentine Singer) by Paul Dubois (1829-1905). The well-cast figure depicts a 15th-century Renaissance youth in period attire, singing while playing a stringed lute or mandolin. Finished in a rich medium brown patina, the sculpture rests on an integral circular base finished with a beaded edge. The bronze is prominently signed ”P. DVBOIS” and bears the foundry mark ”F. BARBEDIENNE”, alongside the circular ”Reduction Mecanique A. Collas” cachet, indicating its authorized production by the renowned Barbedienne foundry in Paris. antique statuary, renaissance revival, classical musician figure, fine art casting, decorative mantel piece, European bronzes, 19th century art. Dimensions Height: 24 1/2 in. Width: 10 in. Depth: 7 1/2 in. Condition Very good antique condition. The bronze retains a rich, even medium brown patina with minor rubbing to high points consistent with age and gentle handling. Casting details on the figure and instrument are sharp and intact with no visible breaks or repairs. The base exhibits light surface wear. Modern felt pads have been applied to the underside.