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Early 20th Century French Bronze Sculpture "Lion Assis" by Clovis Masson

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A majestic early 20th Century French Animalier bronze study of a proud seated lion with excellent rich green and autumnal patination and very fine hand chased surface detail. Signed C.Masson, stamped and inscribed Susse Freres. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 24 cm Width: 19 cm Depth: 9 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1910 Materials: Bronze & Marble Book Ref: Bronzes of 19th Century by Pierre Kjellberg Page No: 462 SKU: 9061 ABOUT Clovis Masson - Lion Assis Clovis Edmond Masson ( French, 1838 ~ 1913) Born in Paris on the 7th March 1838, Clovis Masson was a student of Santiago, Barye and Rouillard. He regularly exhibited at the Salon des Beaux Arts as well as the Salon des Artistes Francais where he received an honourable mention in 1890. Masson most famously and exclusively produced work representing big game and deer.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 7.49 in (19 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1910
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 90611stDibs: LU3216338856642
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