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Authentic Atelier Cast Antique Bronze Sculpture of Duck Hunt by Pierre J. Mene

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PIERRE JULES MENE French, 1810-1879 "Chasse au Canard" (Duck Hunt) Patinated bronze Signed in naturalistic base "P.J. MENE" Submitted to Salon 1850, a fine atelier cast circa 1870 Item # 111HEA12 An uncommon early model, this sculpture was cast in Mene's own foundry circa the third quarter of the nineteenth-century. It was originally submitted to the Paris Salon of 1850 as no. 3515 and was subsequently offered in a smaller group titled "Chien Épagneul-Griffon Saisissant un Canard" featuring only a single Spanish Griffon in chase. Preparatory drawings for this dog are retained in Mene's working papers (ill. 16, Poletti) with a title of Épagneul de la Chasse au canard and include dimensions in centimeters studying how the dog should be proportioned in this stance. Note the exquisite detail captured directly from the mold in both dogs - the hair along their paws, the exquisite definition of the paw pads and teeth, faces and the chaotic hair laying across their bodies. The surface is finished in a dark brown patina with light undertones of amber. It is signed in the base "P.J. MENE", this captured directly from the mold with no cold-tooling or later finishing of the signature. The underside shows an early joinery method with several peened post ends and a pair of modern nuts over hand-fabricated brass plates to secure the dogs more firmly to the base. This rare and vigorous model captures the energetic spirit of the Spanish Griffon, a moment in time that would be happening in glimpses and instants that has been frozen in time for us to study - the duck is clearly surprised as the dog coming around the brush catches it just at the moment of lift-off, its wings beating the air and legs prone to leap from the soil. The sheer eagerness of both dogs is palpable, their every feature showing a total commitment and absolute engagement in the hunt. This model exemplifies Mene's ability to convincingly capture such a chaotic and intense scene with utmost realism, still capturing with balance the surrounding environment and composing the figures with a perfect balance in full appreciation of the small footprint available for him to work with. Artist Listings & Bibliography: *Pierre-Jules Mene: Catalogue raisonné, Poletti & Richarme, 2007, p. 54 Measurements: 17 1/2" W x 8 7/8" D x 10" H Condition Report: A well-preserved surface patina throughout; carefully cleaned and sealed with a fresh beeswax; modern rod, nut and hand-fabricated brass backplate for two joints under the bronze; the tree trunk has a very slight wiggle along the visible seam between the trunk and the base; a very fine piece, ready to place. About silla antiques & art Established in 2009, we have available in our 9000 square foot brick-and-mortar gallery an ever-changing selection of carefully curated and catalogued furniture, decorative arts, paintings, sculpture and estate jewelry. Our company has long specialized in sculpture circa 1860 through 1930 and as such the gallery always has a very large collection of exceptional European and American sculpture available on display. The gallery is located at 117 W Burd Street in Shippensburg, Pennsylvania and is open by appointment only. We welcome your visit and would love to meet with you at the shop. For clients located outside of the area, we are always available to discuss items by video conferencing or by phone.

Dimensions:

Height: 10 in (25.4 cm)Width: 17.5 in (44.45 cm)Depth: 8.88 in (22.56 cm)

Style:

Romantic (Of the Period)

Materials and Techniques:

Bronze

Place of Origin:

France

Period:

19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

1870

Condition:

Replacements made: Two nuts/plates/rods replaced in underside. See condition notes in description text.

Seller Location:

Shippensburg, PA

Reference Number:

Seller: 111HEA12P1stDibs: LU1059027081492

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