Rau Antiques is a much respected name when it comes to unique antiques and collectibles of worth. They have been at the forefront in collecting rare antiques and exotic collectibles from different parts of the world and their collections find many takers for their exclusive items.

One among their many rare and select collectibles is the statue of Napoleon Bonaparte entering the city of Cairo. This statue is a tiny replica of the same which has been made in bronze. The replica of the statue of Napoleon has been made using wood for the base and then been covered completely with gold and ivory. The face of Bonaparte has been sculpted in ivory to make it look as natural and real as is possible.

This statue was made in 1897 by the renowned French artist Jean – Léon Gérôme. He was an enthusiast of the “chryselephantine” style of sculpting followed by Greek and Roman sculptors in which ormolu and ivory are used extensively and he has used this very same technique to create this unique sculpture.

This sculpture is 16 and a half inches in height and replicates the bronze statue, bought by the French to be displayed to the public, down to the tiniest detail. It is a characteristic example of the neo classical style of sculpting and art not to mention its significance relating to French history. The statue has inscribed the words Siot – Decauville Fondeur Paris and has been signed as J. L. Gérôme.

This striking statue depicting Bonaparte’s Egyptian campaign is a one of a kind sculpture which has no imitations. It is put up at Rau Antiques with a price tag that is within the reach of the elite wealthy individual who has a fondness for collecting such rare antique pieces which are not otherwise seen in the market.