Italian 19th Century Patinated Bronze Sculpture of a Boy on Marble Base, Signed

With the sensitivity and craft of the Italian bronze tradition, this expressive figure presents a young boy rendered with the naturalistic warmth that distinguished the finest 19th-century Italian figural sculpture. The piece bears a signature on the left side — the mark of a confident hand — situating it firmly within the flourishing tradition of Italian Realist bronze that captivated collectors across Europe during the latter half of the 1800s.

Cast in rich patinated bronze and mounted on a polished marble base, the composition achieves a refined, jewel-like quality that belies its intimate scale. At just over 15 inches in height, the figure stands with a presence far exceeding its dimensions — the kind of piece that anchors a curated display of Realist bronzes, commands a collector's shelf, or provides a distinguished accent on a writing desk or console.

Signed figural bronzes of this quality and period represent the high watermark of Italian Realist sculpture — a tradition drawing on centuries of figurative mastery to produce works of enduring collector appeal. Measures 6"W × 5.5"D × 15"H.

Place of Origin: Italy
Period: 19th Century
Dimensions: 6”W x 5.5”D x 15"H

Inventory Number: AB236
Location: JAA

Price: $ 1250