Category
Art Deco and Art Nouveau
Medium
Bronze
Distinguishing marks
Aug. Moreau
Condition
Good
Date Period
Unknown
Size and dimensions of this item
Height = 11.5 inches
Long Description
Bronze statue signed "Aug. Moreau" at base under left foot.
Price Paid (If known)
Gift
For Sale?
Yes
Re: Bronze Aug Moreau Statue
Based on the images this is a 20th Century Spelter figure after originals by Moreau. Spelter is a zinc alloy that resembles pewter in its natural state, but is often plated to make it resemble bronze. To determine if it's bronze or spelter can be determined by scratching the base, when scratched spelter will show as a silvery grey color underneath. 19th Century originals generally are marked with foundry markings of the company licensed to produce them. Values for these early to mid 20th century spelter examples tends to be modest at under $300.00.
Re: Bronze Aug Moreau Statue
Thank you for the information. I did what you suggested and the scratched area was silvery, Much appreciated.