Specialist Department

Bronzes and Works of Art

Hutchinson Scott offers a varied selection of bronze sculpture, decorative works of art and collectable objects through our seasonal Fine Interiors Auctions and subsequent Timed Auctions.

From European sculpture and country-house objects to ormolu, carvings, tapestries and Grand Tour works, careful cataloguing and international bidding connect each lot with collectors in the UK and overseas.

Bronzes and Works of Art at Auction

Sculpture and decorative works with international appeal

Our auctions present bronze sculpture and works of art spanning many periods, materials, cultures and makers, supported by detailed research, clear photography and worldwide online bidding.

Auctions

Seasonal Auctions

Bronzes and works of art are offered through our seasonal Fine Interiors Auctions and subsequent Timed Auctions.

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Bronzes

Bronze Sculpture

Our sales include European, animalier, figurative, classical and modern bronze sculpture by established and collectable makers.

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Works of Art

Decorative Works

We handle carvings, ormolu, Blue John, tapestries, country-house objects, Grand Tour pieces and other decorative works of art.

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Valuation

Valuation Advice

Our team can advise on sculpture and works of art valuations, auction suitability, cataloguing and the consignment process.

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Celebrated Makers

Recognised sculptors, designers and decorative traditions

Hutchinson Scott has sold works by, signed by or associated with internationally recognised names including Auguste Rodin, Demetre Chiparus, Diego Giacometti, Emmanuel Frémiet, Louis Hottot and Matthew Boulton.

Our auctions also include unsigned period sculpture and decorative works whose quality, materials, subject, foundry, attribution, age, condition and provenance are carefully considered before cataloguing.

European Bronze Sculpture

Figurative, classical, Orientalist and animalier bronzes by recognised French, Italian, Austrian and wider European sculptors.

Modern and Art Deco Names

Collectable twentieth-century works connected with influential designers and sculptors including Diego Giacometti and Demetre Chiparus.

Historic Decorative Makers

Ormolu, Blue John and finely crafted objects attributed to celebrated makers such as Matthew Boulton, alongside important country-house works.

Worldwide Auction Reach

Connecting bronzes and works of art with the right collectors

Sculpture, decorative objects and historic works of art are researched, photographed and presented through our website and illustrated catalogues to reach private collectors, interior buyers and specialist trade audiences.

International online bidding gives suitable pieces exposure across the UK, Europe, America and the wider global market while providing buyers with clear information before the auction.

Previous Auction Successes

Notable bronzes and works of art sales

These previous results demonstrate the variety of sculpture, decorative objects and country-house works handled by Hutchinson Scott and the specialist interest attracted by our auctions.

Carved Walnut Heraldic Greyhounds

A fine pair of eighteenth-century carved walnut heraldic greyhound figures. This result reflects strong demand for rare English carvings, heraldic sculpture and distinctive country-house works of art.

Matthew Boulton-attributed Blue John Urns

A fine pair of late George III ormolu and Blue John mantel urns or candle holders on marble bases, attributed to Matthew Boulton. They demonstrate the market for Georgian decorative arts and important Derbyshire Blue John.

Eighteenth-century French Verdure Tapestry

A large and impressive eighteenth-century French verdure tapestry. This result highlights international interest in antique tapestries, historic textile art and substantial decorative works for period and country-house interiors.

Bronze Country-house Lamp Posts

A rare pair of early twentieth-century bronze country-house lamp posts. This result demonstrates buyer demand for architectural bronzes, garden ornament and statement-scale decorative works of art.

4 Seasonal Fine Interiors Auctions each year
7 Bidding platforms
32% Of lots sold to buyers outside the UK
75+ Buyers from more than 75 countries
Frequently Asked Questions

Bronzes and Works of Art: Valuations, Buying and Selling

Find answers to common questions about valuing, buying and selling antique bronze sculpture, decorative objects and works of art with Hutchinson Scott.

How can I get an antique bronze or work of art valued?

Request an initial valuation through our online service. Include clear photographs from several angles, the base and underside, signatures, foundry marks, labels and any damage, together with dimensions, weight and known provenance.

What types of bronzes and works of art do you sell?

Our auctions include figurative and animalier bronzes, Grand Tour sculpture, carvings, ormolu, Blue John, tapestries, architectural pieces, country-house objects and decorative works in many materials.

Which sculptors and makers are of interest at auction?

Demand depends on quality, rarity, condition and provenance. We have sold works connected with names including Auguste Rodin, Demetre Chiparus, Diego Giacometti, Emmanuel Frémiet, Louis Hottot and Matthew Boulton.

What affects the value of an antique bronze sculpture?

Important factors include sculptor, foundry, subject, date, casting quality, size, patina, edition, condition, provenance and current demand. Signatures and foundry marks require careful specialist assessment.

Should I clean or restore a bronze before valuation?

No. Avoid polishing, waxing, repainting or repairing a bronze or decorative object before seeking advice. Original patina, surface and construction can be important to its value.

Can I sell one object or a complete collection?

Yes. Suitable individual sculptures, decorative objects, private collections and groups of country-house works may all be considered for auction following an initial valuation.

What photographs are useful for a works of art valuation?

Photograph the front, back, sides, top, base and underside, plus close-ups of signatures, casting marks, labels, joints, surface wear, repairs and areas of damage.

Do your bronzes auctions reach international buyers?

Yes. Illustrated online catalogues and internet bidding give bronze sculpture and works of art exposure to collectors, interior buyers and trade specialists across the UK and overseas.

Can you advise on inherited bronzes and works of art?

Our team can advise private owners, families and executors on inherited sculpture and decorative objects, including valuation, probate requirements and suitability for auction.

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Looking to buy or sell bronzes and works of art?

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