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French 19th Century Bronze Military Figure of "Blandan" after Jean Gautherin

$9,850
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A very fine French 19th century patinated bronze figure of the French hero of the Algerian conquest, Jean-Pierre Hippolyte Blandan (1819-1842) after the French Sculptor Jean Gautherin (1840-1890). The standing soldier in full military garb holding his rifle in guard ready to attack. Inscribed "Surtout, ne nous pressons pas et visons juste BLANDAN Blessé a Mort au combat de Bein Mercd en luttant avec 21H Contre 300 arabes 1849" on front base and "Jean Gautherin, Hors Concours" on right side, circa 1880. Measures: Height 31 1/2 inches (80 cm) Width 17 1/4 inches (43.8 cm) Depth 11 1/4 inches (28.6 cm) Base width 11 inches (28 cm) Base depth 11 inches (28 cm) Jean Gautherin was born in the Village of Ouroux. He is best known for his statue of Diderot in the Place Saint-Germain-des-Pres, Paris.
  • Creator:
    Jean Gautherin (Sculptor)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 31.5 in (80.01 cm)Width: 17.25 in (43.82 cm)Depth: 11.25 in (28.58 cm)
  • Style:
    Louis Philippe (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1880
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading. A truly beautiful and great quality casting bronze sculpture with fine attention to detail. Some rubbing to the patina a scratches consistent with age and use. All images depict its current condition accurately.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A14401stDibs: LU179628495673

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