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Exceptional French Gorilla Sculpture Diorama, mid-19th century

$77,715.01

£57,532.58

€65,000

CA$107,538.15

A$118,558.37

CHF 62,025.91

MX$1,454,490.90

NOK 780,783.32

SEK 730,155.88

DKK 495,130.13

About the Item

Rare French Realistic Gorilla Diorama Sculpture dating from the second half of the 19th century, the period of the first depictions of this ape in Europe, shortly after its scientific discovery. Probably from the diorama of the Natural History Museum in Paris (life-size sculpture). Internal structure made of steel rods, straw braids, and papier-mâché, with an exterior covering of leather. A modeling technique used in museums and curiosity cabinets. Very good condition, note some slight marks of age (see details).

Dimensions:
Height: 48.43 in (123 cm)Width: 22.05 in (56 cm)Depth: 39.38 in (100 cm)
Style:
Belle Époque (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Leather,Papercord,Steel,Straw,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Mid-19th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1870
Condition:
Repaired: Underneath a paw and right shoulder. Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
L’ISLE-SUR-LA-SORGUE, FR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU9683245975702

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