Faun Statue for Sale - The Leapfrog - signed

A Moment of Mythical Serenity: The Playful Ecstasy of Leapfrogging – Signed

This perfect Art Nouveau bronze statue – Leapfrogging – captures a moment of carefree devotion: Two youthful fauns, in the midst of clairvoyant play, spring their legs skyward in a joyful leapfrog. The gleaming bronze surface dances with light and shadow, emphasizing the supple curves of their torsos. Their intertwined forms form a rhythmic harmony, a sculptural duet that reflects the timeless joy of mischievousness and movement.

Forged in the Spirit of Art Nouveau

Created in a Parisian studio around the turn of the 20th century, this statue embodies the flowing lines and organic forms that characterize Art Nouveau. The faun's hair falls back in sweeping waves, reminiscent of the curved fronds of stylized vines. Each limb arches in perfect balance, as if shaped by the wind. Even the base is reminiscent of hidden forest glades where these mythical creatures once danced.

Place of Birth and Time of Creation

This Bronze was cast in 1891 in a renowned foundry on the outskirts of Lyon using the traditional lost-wax casting technique. Initially modeled from soft clay, the youthful forms were refined, each muscle and tendon honed to capture the spark of life. The clay was then transformed into wax and finally into molten bronze, preserving every fluid gesture. A warm patina, applied by hand in several layers, emphasizes the depth of the sculpture—golden highlights on the raised surfaces and richer umber tones in the recesses.

A faun statue for sale that enchants any setting

Whether in a sun-drenched conservatory or an elegant salon, this faun statue will immediately become an eye-catcher. Their dynamic pose invites the viewer to circle them and discover new perspectives: the determined bounce of one faun's knee, the joyful tilt of the other's head, and the mysterious smile on its lips. In any Art Nouveau setting, it adds a touch of mythical exuberance and the promise of endless summer afternoons.

Faun Mythology: Guardians of Wild Joy

In ancient mythology, fauns (or their Greek counterparts, the satyrs) were forest spirits—half human, half goat—who frolicked among vines and grottoes. They embodied the untamed joys of nature: the sound of music from Pan's flute, the ecstasy of Dionysian festivals, and the playful whisper of the wind in the leaves. As symbols of faun mythology, these creatures remind us of the fine line between civilization and wilderness and invite us to enjoy spontaneity, laughter, and the primal rhythms of the earth.

The Enduring Fascination of Satyrs and Fauns

Satyrs and fauns have fascinated artists and poets throughout history, from the marble reliefs of antiquity to the paintings of the Romantic period. They represent the duality of human nature: civilized restraint tempered by instinctive drive. In this leaping pair, this tension dissolves into pure joy. Their playful pose celebrates friendship, kinship, and the vibrant spark of play that burns within us all.

A Timeless Treasure in Bronze

This perfect Art Nouveau bronze statue—The Leapfrog—is discreetly signed on the base and is a masterpiece of mythical imagination and technical prowess. The combination of flowing design, mythological allusions, and masterful craftsmanship makes it not just a sculpture, but a gateway to a realm of eternal youth and forest-filled joy. For collectors of fine bronze art and admirers of the faun's eternal dance, this work is an invitation to rediscover the wonder of wild, unbridled play.

Width: 18,5 cm
Height: 31 cm
Depth:  15 cm
Weight: 4,2 kg
100% Bronze