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French Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue Spelter

Description: French Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue Spelter. This antique sculpture, made in Paris, France, is a patinated spelter metal tribute to the bronze work of Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914) who is recognized as among the foremost sculptors of the Art Nouveau era. This is an early authorized casting, a replica of Villanis's original bronze sculpture of Aurora, the Roman Goddess of Dawn (symbolizing new beginnings). As such, his name is inscribed on the base. The artist's many sculptures were cast by well known foundries including, in this case, Fabrication Francaise whose Foundry Mark Stamp is on the base. This statue was cast in spelter metal (white metal/pot metal) and painted to replicate the acid patinas of a bronze casting. It is not dated but is estimated to have been produced between 1892 and 1915. Mounted on a verdigris marble base, it has all the artistic characteristics of Art Nouveau combined with traditional Neoclassical style. We've owned it for approximately 24 years and our amateur research shows that it's an ultra-scarce find, especially with the trumpet present and flowers in Aurora's right hand intact. The trumpet is not permanently attached. It rests in her outstretched left hand, and the mouthpiece fits into the lips. This piece measures approximately 22 1/2 in. to the top of the trumpet and 6 in. wide at the base, and is approximately 19 1/2 in. to the top of her head. Condition: Antique, good condition and still remarkably beautiful even at more than 100 years-old. There are no visible dents. The finish has several scratches, and several very worn areas of metal and paint. It has not been cleaned and has the original patina that in our opinion adds to its beauty. The bolt holding the center base screw is not original.

Price: 875 USD

Location: North Hollywood, California

End Time: 2024-10-01T06:33:23.000Z

Shipping Cost: N/A USD

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French Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue SpelterFrench Antique Emmanuel Villanis Tribute Aurora Goddess of Dawn Statue Spelter

Item Specifics

All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted

Artist: Emmanuel Villanis (tribute)

Unit of Sale: Single-Piece Work

Signed By: Fabrication Francaise

Size: Medium (up to 36in.)

Custom Bundle: No

Region of Origin: Europe

Listed By: Dealer or Reseller

Year of Production: 1892-1915

Format: Statue

Original/Licensed Reproduction: Casting of Original

Placement: Table

Item Height: 22.5

Style: Art Nouveau

Features: Signed

Item Width: 6

Culture: Roman, French

Handmade: Yes

Time Period Produced: 1900-1949

Signed: Yes

Color: Green

Title: Aurora Goddess Of Dawn

Material: Spelter Metal

Certificate of Authenticity (COA): No

Subject: Goddess

California Prop 65 Warning: unknown

Type: Statue

Country/Region of Manufacture: France

Production Technique: Metalwork

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