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Eutrope Bouret Signed Antique French Bronze Sculpture of Boys Riding a Tortoise

$1,299
£963.91
€1,122.82
CA$1,808.22
A$2,013.61
CHF 1,047.97
MX$24,827.61
NOK 13,346.76
SEK 12,544.66
DKK 8,377.64
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About the Item

This whimsical antique bronze sculpture was done by Eutrope Bouret of France in approximately 1890 in the period Empire style. This very well executed bronze sculpture depicts two young boys riding on the back of a tortoise and holding the reigns. The sculpture is extremely well executed showing considerable details of both the children and the tortoise. The sculpture is clearly signed "Bouret" on the back of the tortoise's shell.
  • Creator:
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 9 in (22.86 cm)Width: 7 in (17.78 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1890
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Some surface wear to the bottoms of the feet as presented in the photos and consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Hamilton, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1355225878092

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