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An impressive late 19th-century decorative statue depicting the legendary Don Juan, artisan crafted in a richly detailed Baroque / Historicist Revival style.
Dating to approximately 1880–1900, the sculpture portrays Don Juan as an elegant aristocratic cavalier. He is shown wearing a feathered hat, flowing cape, richly ornamented costume, stockings and decorative shoes, with a long sword completing the theatrical composition.
Fine sculptural detailing can be seen throughout the figure, particularly in the facial features, hair, folds of the clothing, costume ornamentation and accessories. The tall proportions and dramatic pose give the statue a strong architectural presence.
The sculpture is cast from spelter / zamak and finished with a warm bronze-tone patina designed to emphasize the relief and detailing. Please note that the sculpture is made from spelter / zamak with a bronze-colored finish and is not solid bronze.
The sword bears the inscription “DIEU & LE ROY,” meaning “God and the King,” while the decorative circular base is finished with a plaque inscribed “DON JUAN.”
Who Was Don Juan?
Don Juan is the legendary fictional Spanish nobleman and seducer who became one of the most recognizable characters in European literature, theatre and opera.
The character emerged in the early 17th century and is traditionally associated with El burlador de Sevilla (The Trickster of Seville), attributed to Tirso de Molina. The legend was later reinterpreted by major writers and composers including Molière, Mozart and Lord Byron.
Mozart’s Don Giovanni remains one of the best-known interpretations of the story.
This sculpture presents Don Juan in the romanticized late 19th-century image of an aristocratic swordsman and cavalier.
Date / Period: Late 19th Century, circa 1880–1900
Maker / Brand: Artisan made, maker unknown
Subject: Don Juan
Style: Baroque / Historicist Revival
Material: Spelter / Zamak
Color / Finish: Bronze tone with aged patina
Category: Decorative Figural Sculpture / Statue – 1 Piece
Decorative Details
Large figural sculpture of Don Juan
Elaborately detailed cavalier costume
Feathered hat and flowing cape
Sculpted sword and accessories
Rich Baroque-inspired ornamentation
Warm bronze-tone patinated finish
Circular decorative base
Base plaque inscribed “DON JUAN”
Sword inscribed “DIEU & LE ROY”
Strong theatrical and architectural presence
Approximate Measurements
Height: 93 cm / 36.6 in
Width: 40 cm / 15.7 in
Base Diameter: 25 cm / 9.8 in
Important Size Note
Some photographs are close-up images intended to show the fine detailing and may make the sculpture appear larger than its actual dimensions.
Please refer to the measurements and full-view photographs for the most accurate impression of its scale and proportions.
Condition
Good antique condition with surface wear, patina and age-related characteristics consistent with a late 19th-century decorative sculpture.
The bronze-tone finish displays natural tonal variation and aged character, while the sculptural details remain clearly defined.
A highly decorative European figural sculpture with dramatic presence, ideal for a library, entrance hall, salon, office or classical interior.
For inquiries about this item, please scroll to the bottom the page: “enquire about this item”.
An impressive late 19th-century decorative statue depicting the legendary Don Juan, artisan crafted in a richly detailed Baroque / Historicist Revival style.
Dating to approximately 1880–1900, the sculpture portrays Don Juan as an elegant aristocratic cavalier. He is shown wearing a feathered hat, flowing cape, richly ornamented costume, stockings and decorative shoes, with a long sword completing the theatrical composition.
Fine sculptural detailing can be seen throughout the figure, particularly in the facial features, hair, folds of the clothing, costume ornamentation and accessories. The tall proportions and dramatic pose give the statue a strong architectural presence.
The sculpture is cast from spelter / zamak and finished with a warm bronze-tone patina designed to emphasize the relief and detailing. Please note that the sculpture is made from spelter / zamak with a bronze-colored finish and is not solid bronze.
The sword bears the inscription “DIEU & LE ROY,” meaning “God and the King,” while the decorative circular base is finished with a plaque inscribed “DON JUAN.”
Who Was Don Juan?
Don Juan is the legendary fictional Spanish nobleman and seducer who became one of the most recognizable characters in European literature, theatre and opera.
The character emerged in the early 17th century and is traditionally associated with El burlador de Sevilla (The Trickster of Seville), attributed to Tirso de Molina. The legend was later reinterpreted by major writers and composers including Molière, Mozart and Lord Byron.
Mozart’s Don Giovanni remains one of the best-known interpretations of the story.
This sculpture presents Don Juan in the romanticized late 19th-century image of an aristocratic swordsman and cavalier.
Date / Period: Late 19th Century, circa 1880–1900
Maker / Brand: Artisan made, maker unknown
Subject: Don Juan
Style: Baroque / Historicist Revival
Material: Spelter / Zamak
Color / Finish: Bronze tone with aged patina
Category: Decorative Figural Sculpture / Statue – 1 Piece
Decorative Details
Large figural sculpture of Don Juan
Elaborately detailed cavalier costume
Feathered hat and flowing cape
Sculpted sword and accessories
Rich Baroque-inspired ornamentation
Warm bronze-tone patinated finish
Circular decorative base
Base plaque inscribed “DON JUAN”
Sword inscribed “DIEU & LE ROY”
Strong theatrical and architectural presence
Approximate Measurements
Height: 93 cm / 36.6 in
Width: 40 cm / 15.7 in
Base Diameter: 25 cm / 9.8 in
Important Size Note
Some photographs are close-up images intended to show the fine detailing and may make the sculpture appear larger than its actual dimensions.
Please refer to the measurements and full-view photographs for the most accurate impression of its scale and proportions.
Condition
Good antique condition with surface wear, patina and age-related characteristics consistent with a late 19th-century decorative sculpture.
The bronze-tone finish displays natural tonal variation and aged character, while the sculptural details remain clearly defined.
A highly decorative European figural sculpture with dramatic presence, ideal for a library, entrance hall, salon, office or classical interior.
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