French Figural Thermometer of a Farmer Holding a Sheaf of Wheat

Charming and richly detailed, this French cast bronze sculpture captures a young farmer mid-harvest, holding a curved scythe while triumphantly raising a sheaf of wheat. Cleverly fitted with a working thermometer, the piece is both decorative and functional, combining rural romanticism with practical ingenuity.

The bronze is finished in a warm, nuanced patina that highlights the sculptor’s attention to detail. The vertical wheat bundle forms a charming natural frame for the thermometer, seamlessly integrated into the composition.

The figure stands atop a finely turned Italian green marble base, its rich veining providing an elegant contrast to the warmth of the bronze.

A delightful example of late 19th-century French decorative arts, this sculpture embodies pastoral charm, craftsmanship, and a touch of whimsy.

9″ High x 3.75″ Diamaeter

Circa 1880