Théodore Doriot (1829-1937) - Sculpture, Musa griega tocando el aulós (XIX) - 30 cm - Fire-gilded bronze - 1880

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Estimate  € 400 - € 500
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€324
ES
€304
CZ
€283

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Description from the seller

Neoclassical sculpture by Théodore Doriot (1829–1912) made around 1880, in fire-gilded bronze and mounted on a marble base. The work is signed by the artist.

The piece represents a Greek muse seated, playing a double aulos. The figure is dressed in a pleated tunic, holding the instrument with both hands, while an open book rests on her knees. The composition shows a marked influence of Greco-Roman classical sculpture, a characteristic of 19th-century French artistic production.

The bronze features a fire-gilded finish, with detailed sculptural work in the folds of the garment, the hair, and the ornamental elements. The figure rests on a rectangular veined marble plinth.

Dimensions: 30 × 14 × 15 cm
Weight: 3.6 kg
Artist: Théodore Doriot (1829–1912)
Signature: Doriot
Origin: France
Year: 1880
Material: Fire-gilded bronze and marble

It will be shipped with professional packaging and a tracking code.

Seller's Story

Sutí & Antique is a shop where the passion for singular objects became a way of life. The dedication drives me to seek unique, rare, and special treasures all over Spain and Europe. Each piece must convey the passion and appreciation for the past, ensuring that every object is authentic and has a story to tell.
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Neoclassical sculpture by Théodore Doriot (1829–1912) made around 1880, in fire-gilded bronze and mounted on a marble base. The work is signed by the artist.

The piece represents a Greek muse seated, playing a double aulos. The figure is dressed in a pleated tunic, holding the instrument with both hands, while an open book rests on her knees. The composition shows a marked influence of Greco-Roman classical sculpture, a characteristic of 19th-century French artistic production.

The bronze features a fire-gilded finish, with detailed sculptural work in the folds of the garment, the hair, and the ornamental elements. The figure rests on a rectangular veined marble plinth.

Dimensions: 30 × 14 × 15 cm
Weight: 3.6 kg
Artist: Théodore Doriot (1829–1912)
Signature: Doriot
Origin: France
Year: 1880
Material: Fire-gilded bronze and marble

It will be shipped with professional packaging and a tracking code.

Seller's Story

Sutí & Antique is a shop where the passion for singular objects became a way of life. The dedication drives me to seek unique, rare, and special treasures all over Spain and Europe. Each piece must convey the passion and appreciation for the past, ensuring that every object is authentic and has a story to tell.
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Details

Era
1400-1900
Style subtype
Neo-Classicism
Bronze type
Fire-gilded bronze
Over 200 years old
No
Country of origin
France
Style
Antique
Material
Bronze
Artist
Théodore Doriot (1829-1937)
Title of artwork
Musa griega tocando el aulós (XIX)
Signature
Signed
Year
1880
Condition
Good condition
Height
30 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
15 cm
SpainVerified
600
Objects sold
98.97%
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