On offer is a rare and beautiful antique bronze relief plaque, dating to the 19th century, crafted in France and signed by Aimé-Decoin. The work depicts the classical neoclassical scene Offrande à l’Amour (“Offering to Love”), originally modelled by the celebrated French sculptor Claude Michel, known as Clodion (1738–1814). Whether you’re a collector or a lover of meaningful décor, this finely cast bronze offers a tactile link to the artistic spirit of 18th- and 19th-century France — and a timeless presence in any interior.

Crafted with skill and rich in surface detail, this framed bronze relief plaque serves equally as a display piece, a conversation starter, or a lasting heirloom.

KEY FEATURES
✅ Genuine bronze – finely cast neoclassical relief plaque in giltwood frame
✅ Depicts the classical scene Offrande à l’Amour (“Offering to Love”)
✅ Signed lower right Aimé-Decoin – after a model by Claude Michel “Clodion” (1738–1814)
✅ Condition: very good, with natural age patina and light wear to the frame consistent with age
✅ Fully signed – no damage or restoration noted to the bronze surface
✅ Includes accurate measurements: Height 5.5 in / Width 6.5 in (frame size)
✅ Rare example — 19th-century bronze “after Clodion,” seldom seen with clear signature and good preservation

STYLING TIP
This piece works beautifully in traditional, eclectic, or vintage-modern interiors. Display it within a gallery wall, on a mantel, or layered against antique books for a curated, historical look.

PERFECT FOR:
✔️ Lovers of classical and neoclassical art
✔️ Collectors of 19th-century French bronzes
✔️ Thoughtful, lasting gift for art historians or decorative-arts enthusiasts
✔️ Display in libraries, salons, or period interiors

PROVENANCE / MAKER NOTES:
The plaque bears the signature Aimé-Decoin, likely Louis Aimé-Decoin (1824–1887), a noted French sculptor and engraver who exhibited at the Paris Salon and produced a number of bronze reliefs after celebrated masters. His work reflects the refined neoclassical sensibility of the era, reviving themes from earlier artists such as Clodion. Clodion himself, born Claude Michel (1738–1814), was among the most admired sculptors of 18th-century France, famed for his terracotta groups and mythological reliefs. This 19th-century bronze is a faithful homage to his Offrande à l’Amour, echoing the grace and romantic spirit of the original terracotta in the Musée des Beaux-Arts de Nancy.

MEASUREMENTS:
• Height: 5.5 in / 14 cm
• Width: 6.5 in / 16.5 cm
• Depth: (approx.) 1 in / 2.5 cm

SHIPPING & INTERNATIONAL BUYERS
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WHY IT MATTERS:
This is more than an object — it’s a piece of lived history, captured in bronze and form. Rare to find in this condition, and seldom offered with such clarity and honesty. Ideal for those who value provenance, patina, and story.

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