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All auctions / Sculptures / Auguste Moreau (1834-1917) - Statue, "La Rencontre" - 36 cm - rule
Beautiful Regula-period sculpture titled "La Rencontre" (The Meeting) – Auguste Moreau Style (Late 19th / Early 20th Century) Fascinating antique sculpture in regula (alloy of zinc/antimony) with a refined brown patina that mimics the nuances of ancient bronze. The piece is historically identified with the title "La Rencontre" (The Meeting) and depicts a romantic, pastoral scene: a young couple in traditional rural attire caught in a moment of understanding. The young man holds a basket full of fruit with his left hand, while the girl is shown in an elegant, poised movement, with the drapery of her dress finely detailed to emphasize the dynamic pose. From stylistic and iconographic viewpoints, the subject fits squarely within the famous output of the French sculptor dynasty Moreau (notably Auguste Moreau), undisputed masters of decorative sculpture during the Belle Époque and the Art Nouveau period. The internal base structure is hollow and shows the typical grayish surface of regula castings of the era. No signatures or marks are visible on the base. Thanks to the considerable metal thickness, the object has a substantial weight relative to its size, a sign of excellent construction quality for its time. Material: Regula (antimony/zinc) with brown patina Period: Late 19th century / Early 20th century (Art Nouveau / Belle Époque period). Height: 36 cm. Weight: 4.9 kg. Country of origin: France. Signature/Marks: None. CONDITION OF THE OBJECT The sculpture is in good overall condition, fully consistent with the age and period of the piece. The surface patina is well preserved, uniform and glossy, with minimal and normal signs of wear that attest to its authenticity and history. The detailing is truly remarkable for regula-era works (see photos) and testifies to the quality of historical craftsmanship. The metal frame is perfectly solid and free from cracking, breaks, or missing parts. It shows only the minor signs of age typical of a 130-year-old work. Small removable modern protective gliders have been applied to the inner bottom part of the base. Tracked shipping. Professional packing designed to preserve the statuette’s integrity and weight.
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