Orientalist bronze sculpture with a dark patina representing a Nubian.

Bronze sculpture with a dark patina representing a Nubian, dressed like a page or servant, holding a bowl that serves as a catch-all. The finely crafted figure stands on an architecturally designed marble base, adorned with decorative fillets and resting on gilded bronze rococo-style feet. This type of object, both decorative and utilitarian, fits within the Orientalist taste of the 19th century, highly valued in bourgeois interiors for use as a catch-all, card holder, or small display. Beautiful quality of casting and chiselling, with a uniform antique patina. Period: 19th century. Materials: Patinated bronze, marble base, gilded bronze elements. Dimensions: Height: 35 cm. Condition: Generally good condition. Normal wear on the patina and base, slight signs of use. The whole is stable and decorative.