{"product_id":"19th-century-emperor-napoleon-bonaparte-bust-french-cast-iron-after-jean-bulio","title":"19th Century Cast Iron Napoleon Bonaparte Bust After Jean Bulio","description":"\u003cp\u003eA Commanding Portrait of Imperial Ambition\u003cbr\u003ePresenting a magnificent late 19th-century cast iron desktop bust of Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis commanding portrait is sculpted after the renowned French artist Jean Bulio (1827–1911), celebrated for his meticulous attention to military portraiture and historical grandeur.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis casting perfectly captures Napoleon wearing his favored military dress: the uniform of a Colonel of the Chasseurs à Cheval of the Imperial Guard. The level of detail achieved by the foundry is exceptional—from the pointed lapels, heavily textured fringed epaulettes, and the sharp tailoring of his high collar, to the clear depiction of the Star of the Legion of Honour proudly displayed on his chest. \u003cbr\u003eThe piece features the classic hollow-cast base construction that is characteristic of premium French iron foundries of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Sand Casting Craftsmanship\u003cbr\u003eThis piece was produced using authentic 19th-century sand casting techniques, a highly skilled and labor-intensive foundry process. By packing incredibly fine, specially formulated foundry sand tightly around a master model, the artisans were able to create a precise, single-use mold. This traditional method is responsible for the piece's substantial weight (1,371 grams) and the classic hollow-cast base construction that is highly characteristic of premium French ironworks of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDimensions and Condition \u003cbr\u003eMaterial: Cast Iron with an authentic dark antique patina\u003cbr\u003eWeight: 1,371 grams (1.37 kg)\u003cbr\u003eHeight: Approx. 17.5 cm\u003cbr\u003ePeriod: Late 19th Century\u003cbr\u003eOrigin: France (Attributed to a historical French iron foundry)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAuthentic Antique Patina\u003cbr\u003eThe iron features a beautiful, untouched dark historical finish. \u003cbr\u003eThe original blackened surface displays slight, age-appropriate wear. Raw iron is visible around the facial area, with pitting, gently highlighting the 100 year plus honest wear. \u003cbr\u003eRaised casting details of the military decorations add to its authentic 19th-century character. It has been carefully preserved to maintain the integrity of the antique iron without over-restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is perfect for collectors of Napoleonic Empire history, French military antiquities, classical desktop bronzes and ironworks, and curators of fine 19th-century European art. This bust carries immense physical and historical presence, making it a striking centerpiece for a library, desk, or curated mantle.\u003cbr\u003ePlease carefully review all photographs as they form part of the description. This exceptional antique will be meticulously packaged and shipped fully insured from Germany to protect your investment.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mother's Silverware","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57824749322584,"sku":"007","price":860.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0968\/9202\/7224\/files\/20260720_185018.jpg?v=1785254750","url":"https:\/\/motherssilverware.com\/products\/19th-century-emperor-napoleon-bonaparte-bust-french-cast-iron-after-jean-bulio","provider":"Mother's Silverware ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}