{"product_id":"bust-1","title":"Late 19th Century French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Bust Fragment, Circa 1890 to 1910","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cmark\u003eLate 19th Century French Art Nouveau Gilt Bronze Bust Fragment, Circa 1890 to 1910\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003cspan\u003eMeasures approximately 7 inches in height, 5 inches in width \u0026amp; 6 inches in depth \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eA beautifully sculptural gilt bronze bust fragment, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmark\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eoriginally part of a larger decorative object, most likely a clock case or architectural mount, now standing alone as a striking work of art \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003ein its own right.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThis piece embodies everything we love about the \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmark\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003eArt Nouveau period\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e, fluid movement, soft romanticism, and an ethereal feminine presence. Her serene expression, gently closed eyes, and flowing hair create a sense of quiet emotion, almost dreamlike in nature.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe gilded surface has developed a rich, time worn patina, revealing subtle depth and warmth beneath that only age can create. The weight and density further support its bronze construction, giving it a substantial and elevated presence in hand.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eThe underside retains a small mounting hole, a reminder of its original placement and history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s3\"\u003e\u003cmark\u003eThese sculptural fragments are becoming increasingly sought after, not just for their beauty but for the story they carry and the way they stand alone as statement pieces.\u003c\/mark\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44975266463804,"sku":null,"price":895.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0587\/4827\/2700\/files\/IMG_9069.jpg?v=1777912729","url":"https:\/\/www.sarahandelijahantiques.com\/products\/bust-1","provider":"Sarah \u0026 Elijah Antiques","version":"1.0","type":"link"}