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Two Foundry Workers Bronze Plaque

$526.50

Two foundry workers bronze plaque featuring two bare chested men pouring liquid metal, or other substance, into a cast.

The piece is of the German 1920’s style of art deco and art nouveau influences.

This antique bronze plaque is not signed but most likely made by German artist Heinrich Friedrich Moshage (1896 – 1968) who created many foundry and labor featured works, influenced by his father who was a foundry worker.

Dimensions:

29 cm x 29 cm / 11.41 inches x 11.41 inches

5.25 Kg / 11.57 lbs.

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Antique bronze plaque

Two foundry workers bronze plaque featuring two bare chested men pouring liquid metal, or other substance, into a cast.

This antique bronze plaque is not signed.

Antique bronze plaque – Foundry workers bronze plaque

The plaque is a bronze plaque that was discovered in 1797. The plaque has an inscription that reads: “To the memory of

John Phipps, Esq., who died at Paris on the 8th day of July 1784. Aged 26 years.”

This plaque is one example of many antique bronze plaques that were found during the excavation of a garden in Paris.

Antique bronze plaques are an important part of the architectural history. They are used to decorate buildings and provide a sense of identity.

Antique bronze plaques were made from a mixture of copper, tin, lead, and zinc. They were typically cast into molds and then polished to give them a shiny appearance.

Should antique bronze be polished?

The answer is no. The reason why some people might be tempted to polish antique bronze is because it can have a dull and matte finish that can be difficult to clean. However, polishing it will remove the patina and destroy the value of the piece.

Antique bronze has a unique patina which makes it look old, beautiful and unique. It is not meant to be polished or cleaned up but should instead be cared for with proper care and cleaning.

What is the difference between bronze and antique bronze?

Bronze is a type of metal made from copper and tin. It is a mixture of copper and approximately 10% tin. It has been used in jewelry, weapons, coins, and sculpture since ancient times.

Antique bronze is a type of bronze that has been used for centuries. The term was first used in the 18th century to describe objects that had been cast or hammered into shape over the course of several centuries.

The difference between these two types of bronze lies in the composition. Antique bronze contains more copper than modern-day bronze, which means it is more malleable and can be easily shaped by hand without using tools or molds.

Decorative antiques

Antiques have been around for centuries. They are a type of collectible and decorative object that can be used in homes, offices, and public spaces.

Decorative antiques have been around for centuries. They are a type of collectible and decorative object that can be used in homes, offices, and public spaces. Antiques come in many shapes and forms – from furniture to paintings to sculptures – with the most common being art pottery.

The rise of the internet has brought about an increase in popularity for these objects as well as the ability to buy them online from websites such as eBay or Etsy. This has led to an increase in demand for these items that antique dealers can’t keep up with. However, there is still a high demand for these objects which makes it difficult to find them today even though they are fairly affordable compared to other collectibles like cars or houses.

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