An impressive 19th-century patinated bronze by French sculptor Ernest Charles Demosthène Guilbert (1848–1913). Titled "Paysanne au Panier" (Peasant Girl with Basket), this 28" tall work depicts a barefoot country girl with exceptional detail in the woven basket and flowing drapery.

It bears the prestigious "Siot-Decauville Fondeur Paris" foundry stamp and a stamped serial number, signifying a high-quality "lost wax" casting. The bronze is signed "E. Guilbert" on the base.

Condition Note: The piece features a rich, original dark patina. Please note minor damage/wear at the very bottom edge of the bronze base (see photos). This does not affect the stability or the primary figure but is priced accordingly.

A substantial gallery-sized piece (approx. 20+ lbs) from a world-renowned foundry. Perfect for collectors of Belle Époque bronze who value foundry prestige.


Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Fine Art Condition Report
Artist: Ernest Charles Demosthène Guilbert (French, 1848–1913)
Title: "Paysanne au Panier" (Peasant Girl with Basket)
Foundry: Siot-Decauville Fondeur Paris (Stamped)
Medium: Patinated Bronze (Lost Wax Cast)
Dimensions: 28" H x [Width] x [Depth]
Weight: Approx. 20+ lbs.

I. Overall Condition Summary
Rating: Good Antique Condition
The sculpture is structurally sound and retains its original aesthetic integrity. It remains an excellent example of late 19th-century French figurative bronze.

II. Detailed Observations
Surface & Patina: Features a rich, well-preserved "French Brown" patina. There is minor, age-appropriate surface wear (rubbing) on the high points of the drapery and the girl's shoulders, which is expected for an authentic 19th-century cast. No evidence of chemical "bronze disease" or active oxidation.

Structural Integrity: The figure is firmly attached to its integral bronze base. No signs of stress fractures or past repairs to the limbs or the woven basket.

Markings: The "E. Guilbert" signature is clear and authentic. The Siot-Decauville foundry seal is crisp and legible, as is the stamped serial/production number.

III. Specific Imperfections
Base Wear: There is minor impact wear/compression at the very bottom edge of the bronze base 7"
Notes: This damage is limited to the bottom lip of the base and does not affect the stability of the piece or the visual appeal of the primary figure. It is purely cosmetic and consistent with the piece being moved over the last 130+ years.

IV. Handling & Stability
Stability: Balanced and stable on a flat surface.

Recommendations: Due to its weight (20+ lbs), handle from the base rather than the figure's arms or the basket to ensure long-term preservation of the patina.

Dimensions:
Height: 28 in.
Width: 8 in.
Depth: 7 in.

Category: Sculpture
Origin: France
Materials: Bronze Finish, Wax

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Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Fine Art Condition Report
Artist: Ernest Charles Demosthène Guilbert (French, 1848–1913)
Title: "Paysanne au Panier" (Peasant Girl with Basket)
Foundry: Siot-Decauville Fondeur Paris (Stamped)
Medium: Patinated Bronze (Lost Wax Cast)
Dimensions: 28" H x [Width] x [Depth]
Weight: Approx. 20+ lbs.

I. Overall Condition Summary
Rating: Good Antique Condition
The sculpture is structurally sound and retains its original aesthetic integrity. It remains an excellent example of late 19th-century French figurative bronze.

II. Detailed Observations
Surface & Patina: Features a rich, well-preserved "French Brown" patina. There is minor, age-appropriate surface wear (rubbing) on the high points of the drapery and the girl’s shoulders, which is expected for an authentic 19th-century cast. No evidence of chemical "bronze disease" or active oxidation.

Structural Integrity: The figure is firmly attached to its integral bronze base. No signs of stress fractures or past repairs to the limbs or the woven basket.

Markings: The "E. Guilbert" signature is clear and authentic. The Siot-Decauville foundry seal is crisp and legible, as is the stamped serial/production number.

III. Specific Imperfections
Base Wear: There is minor impact wear/compression at the very bottom edge of the bronze base 7"
Notes: This damage is limited to the bottom lip of the base and does not affect the stability of the piece or the visual appeal of the primary figure. It is purely cosmetic and consistent with the piece being moved over the last 130+ years.

IV. Handling & Stability
Stability: Balanced and stable on a flat surface.

Recommendations: Due to its weight (20+ lbs), handle from the base rather than the figure's arms or the basket to ensure long-term preservation of the patina.