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Antique Bronze Sculpture of a Farmer Plowing with Two Oxen by Marcel Debut

$2,500
£1,901.14
€2,192.87
CA$3,502.04
A$3,919.48
CHF 2,046.58
MX$47,817.86
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SEK 24,652.13
DKK 16,375.34
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A fine antique bronze sculpture. By Marcel Debut (1865-1933). In patinated bronze. In the form of a farmer ploughing a field with two oxen atop a terrain plinth in the form of muddy soil. Marked for Marcel Debut to the corner. Simply a wonderful French bronze sculpture! Date: Early 20th Century Overall Condition: It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. Condition Details: There is some wear to the patina on the bulls. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age. Maker: Marcel Debut Marks: Marked for Marcel Debut / France to the corner of the plinth. Measurements: Height: ca. 8 3/8 in. Length: ca. 20 7/8 in. Width: ca. 6 7/8 in. Items purchased from this dealer must delight you. Purchases may be returned for any reason for a period of 7 days.
  • Creator:
    Marcel Debut (Artist)
  • Similar to:
    F. Barbedienne Foundry (Manufacturer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 8.38 in (21.29 cm)Width: 6.88 in (17.48 cm)Depth: 20.88 in (53.04 cm)
  • Style:
    Belle Époque (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. It is in overall good, as-pictured, used estate condition. There is some wear to the patina on the bulls. Otherwise, there are some fine & light surface scratches and other signs of expected light wear consistent with age.
  • Seller Location:
    Philadelphia, PA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 3252025165056DSAINVHOMC25_SSA1stDibs: LU1610244366342

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