A. Rucho - Sculpture, La Moisson - 32 cm - Spelter
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A. Rucho, La Moisson, a zinc-based sculpture from 19th‑century France, with dimensions 32 cm high by 12 cm wide by 8 cm deep, signed.
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It is a 19th-century French sculpture titled "La Moisson", by A. Roche, that embodies perfectly that academic and symbolic taste so characteristic of the French school of the period. The figure, upright and serene in bearing, represents the allegory of the harvest: a body wrapped in a cloth that falls naturally, a firm posture and a gesture that combines work, dignity and calm. The modeling is precise, with folds that flow and an anatomy treated with classical elegance, typical of the French sculptors who sought a balance between idealization and realism.
The bronze—or the alloy treated to imitate it—shows a warm patina, slightly darkened by time, which enhances the volumes and adds depth to the figure. The decorated base, with vegetal motifs and sinuous forms, acts as a narrative pedestal, while the wooden mount with the plate "La Moisson" completes the ensemble with a museum-like air, almost a nineteenth-century bourgeois salon.
It is a piece that combines agricultural symbolism, academic refinement and the poetic sensibility of nineteenth-century French sculpture. A work that not only represents the harvest, but the idea of abundance, effort and serene beauty.
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Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
Translated by Google TranslateIt is a 19th-century French sculpture titled "La Moisson", by A. Roche, that embodies perfectly that academic and symbolic taste so characteristic of the French school of the period. The figure, upright and serene in bearing, represents the allegory of the harvest: a body wrapped in a cloth that falls naturally, a firm posture and a gesture that combines work, dignity and calm. The modeling is precise, with folds that flow and an anatomy treated with classical elegance, typical of the French sculptors who sought a balance between idealization and realism.
The bronze—or the alloy treated to imitate it—shows a warm patina, slightly darkened by time, which enhances the volumes and adds depth to the figure. The decorated base, with vegetal motifs and sinuous forms, acts as a narrative pedestal, while the wooden mount with the plate "La Moisson" completes the ensemble with a museum-like air, almost a nineteenth-century bourgeois salon.
It is a piece that combines agricultural symbolism, academic refinement and the poetic sensibility of nineteenth-century French sculpture. A work that not only represents the harvest, but the idea of abundance, effort and serene beauty.
Certified shipment and good packaging.
Seller's Story
Vintage Shop SL is a prominent antique store that since 2010 has been committed to customer satisfaction and sustainability. This shop is not only a cultural treasure that preserves the history and heritage of our societies, but also strives to operate in a sustainable and environmentally responsible manner.
At Vintage Shop SL, we believe that customer service is essential to our success. Our highly trained team is dedicated to providing friendly, knowledgeable, and personalized service. We take pride in helping our customers find the perfect vintage pieces that fit their individual tastes and needs, ensuring their satisfaction and fostering lasting relationships.
But that's not all. At Vintage Shop SL, we also care about the sustainability of the business and its impact on the natural environment. We are committed to reducing our carbon footprint and promoting responsible business practices.
On the one hand, we promote the circular economy and reuse by offering vintage items in excellent condition. By acquiring antiques at our shop, customers contribute to the conservation of natural resources by avoiding the production of new items and reducing the carbon emissions associated with manufacturing and transportation.
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Era
1400-1900
Over 200 years old
No
Country of origin
France
Style
Antique
Material
Spelter
Artist
A. Rucho
Title of artwork
La Moisson
Signature
Signed
Condition
Good condition
Height
32 cm
Width
12 cm
Depth
8 cm
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