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There is a small “D” in a circle on one of the bronzes. There’s also some sort of faded signature, or catalog/inventory numbers, underneath that symbol as well. It’s visible in the last couple of photos. Feel free to send an offer for consideration. Limited time sale at 579.99Google the price of a signed 19th century bronze, French putti, originals from circa 1880s, and you will see the price is generally $950-$1200 for the pair on . In retail, gallery settings, a signed pair goes for $1500-$2500+. Unlike most Italian putti statues that you see online, these bronze statues are original, with the original patina. If a bronze statue online is a bright, golden color, then it is most likely a reproduction of these exact casts. “This sculpture is an antique bronze putto or cherub wall plaque that was designed in France during the late 19th century (circa 1880–1900).Maker & Mark Details
The maker mark you describe—a \"d\" inside a circle (often accompanied by an anchor or a stylized geometric crest)—is the foundry or distribution stamp of Depose, a French marking equivalent to \"Registered Design\" or \"Patent Pending.\"
These relief pieces were typically produced in Paris or northern France during the late Victorian and Art Nouveau eras. They were often created in mirrored left-and-right pairs to frame doorways, fireplaces, or decorate grand furniture panels.Check out of my other antiques and collectibles, if you have time. I have other art, antiques, musical instruments (vintage and antique), collectibles and you can message me for unlisted items. “A retail pair of these specific signed antique Italian patinated bronze cherub / putti wall plaques typically exchanges between $950 and $1,100 USD, on platforms like .” These bronze cherubs were made in circa 1885, likely by the Durenne Foundry (S.A. Antoine Durenne). Alternatively, if it is an Italian casting, it represents the foundry mark of the De Angelis Foundry in Naples, which specialized in high-quality Renaissance-revival historicist bronze castings during the late Victorian eraDuring the Late-Victorian and Umbertine eras, high-end Italian foundries frequently cast component pieces for luxurious home furnishings—such as monumental iron/bronze wedding beds—using classic Baroque revival molds. Many of the pairs or sets that you see online were made in the last 20-30 years, instead of these ones which are about 150 years old.These were given to me from a family estate, with other interesting antique works of art, musical instruments, antique books and other sculptures. Please allow 3 to 4 days for proper shipping, set up and handling time. Feel free to message me or send any offers .
