Albert Carrier-Belleuse Bronze Sculpture of Scottish Highlander

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Albert Carrier-Belleuse Bronze Sculpture of Scottish Highlander

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ALBERT ERNEST CARRIER-BELLEUSE (FRENCH, 1824-1887) BRONZE SCULPTURE OF SCOTTISH SOLDIER "LE HIGHLANDER" Foundry mark of E. de Labroue and signed on base "A. Carrier" A truly exceptional work from a model by the Romantic sculptor Albert Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, this is one of the most detailed and striking military works we've carried. The figure is of such exquisite realism. The proud figure is complicated, cast with a broad array of accessories, the most noteworthy being his 17" long rifle. The rifle is of such excellent detail that it almost appears to have been cast directly from a period long rifle and translated into bronze. The surface is finished with utmost integrity, all of the filing and chasing work perfectly executed and left invisible beneath a brown, green and black patina. The overall result is very moving and magnetic - it is a sculpture that warrants hours of close examination and enjoyment, one that captures a sense of intensity and passion. Regarding the casting of this sculpture, Kjellberg notes that the foundry of E. de Labroue, established at 10 Rue des Filles-du-Calvaire, is specifically known for it's casting of this and a handful of other works by Carrier-Belleuse as well as major works by Pradier, Polet, Feuchére, Michel-Pascal, and Lequesne. The lower edge is signed by the foundry "E de Labroue Flt". Literature: Art Bronzes, Forrest, p. 472 (biography), also extensive photography of Carrier works Bronzes of the Nineteenth Century: Dictionary of Sculptors, Kjellberg, p. 189-92, p. 661 regarding E. de Labroue foundry and it's work for Carrier-Belleuse Romantics to Rodin: French Nineteenth Century Sculpture, Fusco and Janson, p. 160-172 Measurements: 22" H, width of rifle 17", figure depth of 6 3/4", base diameter of 8" x 8 1/4" Condition Report: Exceptional condition. Dust in some crevices. Light abrasion to rim of hat. Other very minor patina wear. We have many additional high resolution images of this sculpture (46 in total) available on our official website - a link is also available upon request.

Creator:
Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (Sculptor),E. de Labroue Gautier et Cie (Manufacturer)
Dimensions:
Height: 22 in (55.88 cm)Width: 17 in (43.18 cm)Depth: 8.25 in (20.96 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Bronze
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
Circa Late 19th Century
Condition:
Seller Location:
Shippensburg, PA
Reference Number:
Seller: 409NLR19Q1stDibs: LU105901326926