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French 19th Century Bronze Sculpture "The Falconer" by Pierre Jules Mene

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"The Arab Falconer" by Pierre Jules Mene The finely cast and planished bronze, depicting a falconer walking on a naturalistic ground, with a hare at his feet, the falcon on a hand held mount, is decorated with gilt highlights, signed by the maker and dated 1873. Paris, circa 1875 Literature: Benezit, Editions Grund 1976, Volume 7 Harold Berman ‘Bronzes and Founders 1800-1930’ (5 Volumes) published Abage 1977 Provenance: Pierre Jules Mene (1810-1879) A pupil of Rene Compaire, Mene began exhibiting at the Paris Salon of 1838, winning numerous medals, including First Class Medals in 1852 & 1861. He was made a Chevalier of the Legion d’honneur in 1861.
  • Creator:
    Pierre Jules Mêne (Maker)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26 in (66.04 cm)Width: 10 in (25.4 cm)Depth: 10 in (25.4 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze
  • Place of Origin:
    France
  • Period:
    19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1875
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 77491stDibs: LU95471016592

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