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Bronze Hindu Bird-Catcher by Auguste de Wever 'Belgian, 1836-1910'

About the Item

Large bronze statue featuring a Hindu bird-catcher by the Belgian sculptor and medallist Auguste de Wever. He wears a ribbon and a drapery supporting a small sword. His necklace is adorned with an elephant-shaped medallion. Our bird-catcher testifies to the taste of the time for the exoticism and the fascination for the countries of the East and Far East. Antique edition cast in darkened patinated bronze. Signed de Wever on plinth and titled L'oiseleur Indou (Hindu bird-catcher). circa 1900 Dimensions: W 13.8 in - D 11.8in - H 34.3in. Dimensions: L 35cm, P 30cm, H 87cm.
  • Creator:
    Auguste de Wever (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 34.26 in (87 cm)Width: 13.78 in (35 cm)Depth: 11.82 in (30 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Overall, the bronze is in very good condition, with a very small crack on the bow.
  • Seller Location:
    Paris, FR
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 26451stDibs: LU2065316423711

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