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French Modern Verdigris Bronze Sculpture of a Allegory of Death /Grim Reaper

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French Modern Verdigris Bronze Sculpture of a Allegory of Death /Grim Reaper Purchased in France, Late 20th Century A fine, large and impressive work. This well executed allegory of the 'The Grim Reaper' , generally portrayed as the embodiment of death, in actuality is a mythological figure that is neither good or evil, merely a force of nature and order. This work is realistically cast and modeled in verdigris patinated bronze of a skeletal devil/demon as the Grim Reaper. Holding a raised scythe in both hands, standing on his talon feet supported by his arrow pointed tail (chorts) to his back. This work is Unsigned Overall Measurements: Standing 26.5-Inches high x 16-Inches to his tail deep x 12- Inches wide.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 26.5 in (67.31 cm)Width: 12 in (30.48 cm)Depth: 16 in (40.64 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Patinated
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    Late 20th Century
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    West Palm Beach, FL
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 8691 / SDHU5T15981stDibs: LU2592328462732

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