French Bronze Venus De Milo by F. Barbedienne, c.1880 18th Century An exceptional Neo-Gothic carved oak

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French Bronze Venus De Milo by F. Barbedienne, c.1880 18th Century An exceptional Neo-Gothic carved oakA late 19th century French bronze of Venus De Milo, cast by the Barbedienne Foundry. Signed to base. Complete with the Collas reduction mechanique pastille mark. The Barbedienne Foundry, established by Ferdinand Barbedienne and Achille Collas in Paris (1838 1839), was a renowned 19th century French bronze workshop famous for its high quality, scaled reproductions of classical sculptures. Very good condition throughout with great colour. Dimensions