Description
"The Oath" (Le Serment) captures a powerful, solemn moment of a soldier made of silvered bronze and mounted on marble and an onyx base. It is attributed to Swiss sculptor, Oscar Ruffony (O. Ruffony) (born 1874) and dates back to the 20th Century.
The figure is shown with a sword, symbolizing readiness and commitment, as he takes his oath. It is a young, athletic, partially undressed male figure, embodying classical ideals.
The artist was renowned for historical, mythological, and sporting themes, often capturing movement and emotion.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good Condition
Materials & Techniques:
Bronze, Silver
Details:
Art Subjects: Figure
Country of Origin: Unknown
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
The figure is shown with a sword, symbolizing readiness and commitment, as he takes his oath. It is a young, athletic, partially undressed male figure, embodying classical ideals.
The artist was renowned for historical, mythological, and sporting themes, often capturing movement and emotion.
Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Good Condition
Materials & Techniques:
Bronze, Silver
Details:
Art Subjects: Figure
Country of Origin: Unknown
What type of item is it? Vintage / Antique / Used
Condition
Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Good Condition
Buyer's Premium
20%
Dimensions
26 x 12 x 12 in
Early 20th Century Silvered Bronze Sculpture Le Serment by Ruffany
Estimate $2,000-$3,680
Starting Bid
$1,000
LiveAuctioneers Purchase Protection
Vetted auction houses
Secure, online bidding
Returns guaranteed for misrepresented listings
Dedicated support when you need it
November Modern Seating & Interiors Edit
New York, NY, United States
Little Rock, AR
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
New York, NY
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Pasadena, CA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Hyannis, MA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Carmichael, CA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Miami, FL
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Savannah, GA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Lexington, KY
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Weston, FL
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Atlanta, GA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Sacramento, CA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Stamford, CT
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Long Beach, CA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Atlanta, GA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Wall, NJ
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Orange, CA
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Kew Gardens, NY
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Brooklyn, NY
Chairish Auction House
4.4(30)
Related Articles


By Andrea Valluzzo


By Sheila Gibson Stoodley


By Sheila Gibson Stoodley


By Sheila Gibson Stoodley


By Sheila Gibson Stoodley


By Sheila Gibson Stoodley


By Sheila Gibson Stoodley
TOP




























