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Late 19th Century Animalier Bronze "Before the Hunt" by Walter Roche

$5,883.19
£4,350
€5,150.10
CA$8,134.02
A$9,111.47
CHF 4,785.67
MX$110,792.53
NOK 60,602.24
SEK 57,527.83
DKK 38,437.15

About the Item

A charming late 19th Century Animalier bronze study of a huntsman mounted upon his excited horse ready for a days hunting with excellent rich brown patina and very fine hand finished surface detail, signed W.Roche and dated 1881 ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Height: 32 cm Width: 13 cm Depth: 30 cm Condition: Excellent Original Condition Circa: 1881 Materials: Bronze SKU: 9346 ABOUT Walter Roche (1847–1921) was an Irish-born sculptor active in London during the late 19th century. Born in Versailles, France, to a British clergyman, Roche worked in the Secretary of the Post Office while pursuing his passion for sculpture. Between 1878 and 1888, he exhibited approximately twenty-three works at the Royal Academy Summer Show, primarily focusing on sporting and animal themes. His bronzes, often cast by the Coalbrookdale Foundry, are noted for their exceptional quality. Roche shared a studio with his brother, Mark, and William Frederick Spencer, both sculptors.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.21 in (31 cm)Width: 13 in (33 cm)Depth: 4.34 in (11 cm)
  • Style:
    Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Bronze,Cast,Patinated
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1881
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    London, GB
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU3216345105972

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