In addition to everything else we also collected the statuary art of John Rogers. Called "the Norman Rockwell of the 19th century," Rogers was an artist who sought to portray  More »

In addition to everything else we also collected the statuary art of John Rogers. Called "the Norman Rockwell of the 19th century," Rogers was an artist who sought to portray in his statuary the feelings and interests of the everyday person. In the humble medium of plaster, the self-taught artist was a master at capturing the customs, habits, and emotions that make up the comedy and drama of everyday life. John Rogers (1829–1904), American sculptor, b. Salem, Mass. Trained as an engineer, he was forced by failing eyesight to work as a machinist. He began modeling in clay as a pastime and studied sculpture in Rome for a short while. He produced his first statuary figures in 1859, and between 1860 and 1893 created 80 different patented groups. In his New York studio, some 25 workman turned out hundreds of plaster reproductions. By the 1880s, it seemed that families who did not have one of the homey pieces were not conforming to the times. Even Abraham Lincoln had one. The sculptures were moderately priced, averaging $14.00 a piece. Roger's statuary became a nationwide vogue, and was seen in virtually every art and bookstore window. The appearance of a new group was a major event covered by reporters from the nation's newspapers. Of some subjects, a hundred copies were cast and sold: of others, thousands were sold. In the 30 years of Rogers' fame, the artist sold over a million dollars of sculpture, a lot of money for art in those days.   « Less

16"tall, Chiurazzi foundry stamp on the base. Chiurazzi foundry is one of the most famous 19C foundry of Italia,Naple. Chiurazzi's gallery of plaster casts forms an  More »

16"tall, Chiurazzi foundry stamp on the base. Chiurazzi foundry is one of the most famous 19C foundry of Italia,Naple. Chiurazzi's gallery of plaster casts forms an extraordinary heritage which is absolutely necessary for the bronze reproducing of classic and modern works' exact copies, especially from the best 19th-century Neapolitan sculpture. Therefore, the only exact, perfectly refined reproductions of the classic and modern sculpture patrimony can be produced only at Fonderia Chiurazzi, thanks to its annexed gallery of plaster casts.   « Less

The Fonderia Artistica Ferdinando Marinelli is Florence's only remaining artistic foundry. Founded in 1910, it gained immediate fame for the quality and craftsmanship of its  More »

The Fonderia Artistica Ferdinando Marinelli is Florence's only remaining artistic foundry. Founded in 1910, it gained immediate fame for the quality and craftsmanship of its bronze casts, using the lost wax system and the same hand-finishing technique as the Florentine Renaissance sculptors. The quality of Marinelli's work is appreciated worldwide, for instance, the Holy Door of Saint Peter's Cathedral at the Vatican, the Monumental Stairs of the Vatican Museums, monuments for the US Department of Defence, the monumental horses at the Arlington Memorial Bridge in Washington, D.C., the "The Pioneer's Cart" monument in Montevideo (Uruguay), the Monumental Fountain for the Broncos Stadium in Denver Colorado, the Cremlin restoration in Moscow and many others.   « Less

The Fonderia Artistica Ferdinando Marinelli is Florence's only remaining artistic foundry. Founded in 1910, it gained immediate fame for the quality and craftsmanship of its  More »

The Fonderia Artistica Ferdinando Marinelli is Florence's only remaining artistic foundry. Founded in 1910, it gained immediate fame for the quality and craftsmanship of its bronze casts, using the lost wax system and the same hand-finishing technique as the Florentine Renaissance sculptors. The quality of Marinelli's work is appreciated worldwide, for instance, the Holy Door of Saint Peter's Cathedral at the Vatican, the Monumental Stairs of the Vatican Museums, monuments for the US Department of Defence, the monumental horses at the Arlington Memorial Bridge in Washington, D.C., the "The Pioneer's Cart" monument in Montevideo (Uruguay), the Monumental Fountain for the Broncos Stadium in Denver Colorado, the Cremlin restoration in Moscow and many others.   « Less

35"tall, Chiurazzi foundry stamp on the base.Chiurazzi foundry is one of the most famous 19C foundry of Italia,Naple. Chiurazzi's gallery of plaster casts forms an  More »

35"tall, Chiurazzi foundry stamp on the base.Chiurazzi foundry is one of the most famous 19C foundry of Italia,Naple. Chiurazzi's gallery of plaster casts forms an extraordinary heritage which is absolutely necessary for the bronze reproducing of classic and modern works' exact copies, especially from the best 19th-century Neapolitan sculpture. Therefore, the only exact, perfectly refined reproductions of the classic and modern sculpture patrimony can be produced only at Fonderia Chiurazzi, thanks to its annexed gallery of plaster casts.   « Less

A superb bronze casting of a Rooster on a Commonwealth Drum. It is of the finest quality, a master work of the art of Japanese bronze metal art. The Rooster on a drum is a  More »

A superb bronze casting of a Rooster on a Commonwealth Drum. It is of the finest quality, a master work of the art of Japanese bronze metal art. The Rooster on a drum is a popular image for the New Years Geon Festival. 11 inches, 28 cm tall. Excellent Condition. From a prominent and widely exhibited collection.   « Less

A Superb very rare model by Eugene Marioton (1854-1925). The quality and composition of this bronze sculpture is among the finest made by this very important well listed 19th  More »

A Superb very rare model by Eugene Marioton (1854-1925). The quality and composition of this bronze sculpture is among the finest made by this very important well listed 19th century French Sculptor.24"tall,signed,foundry mark on base.   « Less

A Superb very rare model by Adrien Etienne Guadez 1845-1902. The quality and composition of this bronze sculpture is among the finest made by this very important well listed  More »

A Superb very rare model by Adrien Etienne Guadez 1845-1902. The quality and composition of this bronze sculpture is among the finest made by this very important well listed 19th century French Sculptor. This magnificent sculpture is signed on the base,22-1/2 inches tall. It is in superb condition.   « Less

Important mannerist bronze sculpture of Mercury by Giovanni Bologina (1564-1608). Measure 26"T X 5.25"W X 11"D. Good original condition with heavily veined Italian marble  More »

Important mannerist bronze sculpture of Mercury by Giovanni Bologina (1564-1608). Measure 26"T X 5.25"W X 11"D. Good original condition with heavily veined Italian marble base.   « Less

This is a Lovely old Bronze Sculpture by the Well Listed Artist Carlo Romanelli (1872-1942). This Sculpture Depicts an Older Lady Seated in her Favorite Chair. On the Back of  More »

This is a Lovely old Bronze Sculpture by the Well Listed Artist Carlo Romanelli (1872-1942). This Sculpture Depicts an Older Lady Seated in her Favorite Chair. On the Back of the Piece We Find that this was made in 1912 showing "Eliza Leonard In Her 80th Year". We Love this Charming Gal, I bet She would Be Full Of Stories To Tell Just Like Our Own Grandmother Did. This Piece Is Very Well Done and Made with Real Quality. This Piece Has Wonderful Patina, a Great Aged Look.Signed: Carlo Romanelli, Chicago. 'Eliza Leonard In her 80th Year 1912. Measures: 13-1/4" Tall, 10-1/2" Wide and 14" Deep,Very Good Condition.   « Less