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A pair of French bronze caricature figures of theatrical birds, circa 1880

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A most unusual pair of late 19th century bronze figures depicting caricatures of a heron and mallard duck, each with human bodies including torso, legs and arms, and tail feathers with a bird head, each figure is dressed in theatrical costume whilst carrying out a stage performance. These most interesting and amusing bronze figures are mainly finished with a dark brown patination whilst in contrast the head and feathers are gilt. Each bronze is mounted onto a stepped rectangular bronze base which is further enhanced with a green figured and polished marble plinth with a suede leather protective lining to the underside. French, circa 1880 Dimensions of the Mallard Duck Height 20.5 cm x width 13cm x depth 9.00cm The heron is slightly smaller but has the same matching base and plinth.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.08 in (20.5 cm)Width: 5.12 in (13 cm)Depth: 3.55 in (9 cm)
  • Sold As:
    Set of 2
  • Style:
    Louis Philippe (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    Central England, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU6434238523922
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