Nude Balzac Bronze Statue by A. Rodin Jumbo

$1,882.50 price_excluding_tax

This study presents Balzac as a middle-aged man with cropped hair, a penetrating gaze, defiantly crossed arms, and a protruding belly, standing in a way that conveys no-nonsense physicality and inner confidence. The bulging stomach recalls images of Bacchus and satyrs on ancient Greek pottery, but the folded arms minimize this feature, endowing the torso with the portly strength of an aged athlete.

The mass of metal between the legs and the base is the result of casting a residual mound of the clay from which the figure was modeled. The mass suggests that Rodin did not consider this the final version of the monument, but rather a nude study for a figure eventually to be dressed. He typically made nude studies for clothed figures in order to understand how fabric should disclose the contours of the underlying body.

Dimensions: 49 7/8″H x 19 1/4″L x 26 1/2 “W., 148 lb. (126.7 x 48.9 x 67.3 cm)

1 in stock (can be backordered)

Description

Our handcrafted bronze sculptures are cast in the finest American bronze using the superior lost wax method, finished in a multi-color patina and mounted on a black marble base with an etched brass plate that bears the name of the statue and the artist. Marble base on most smaller statues is included but optional, please let us know if you don’t want your statue mounted on a marble base.

Jumbo, life-size, monumental and heroic sizes do not come with a marble base.

Made to order, please allow 4-8 weeks for production and delivery.

Color Choices – We usually cast and finish many of our sculptures with what is referred as multi-color patina. Our bronze sculpture selection may also be customized in a number of fire-applied patinas, such as classic French Brown, Verdigris, Italian Green as well as Gold and other custom finish options. Bronze is a durable material that can withstand the test of time, making it a popular choice for sculptures that can last for centuries. All bronze statuary will develop a natural patina when left in nature’s elements. The aged patina on bronzes is often desired, but if not, can be prevented by care and cleaning of the bronze statue with a mild soap and water and by applying beeswax or other polish to prevent an aged patina from forming. Color selection is more a matter of customer preference. Free shipping on all statues.

Mounting Nuts, Bolts Welded Under Our Large Statues For Permanent Installation

Additional information

Dimensions 14 × 26 in