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French Bronze Orientalist Figure by Georges Charles Coudray

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Georges Charles Coudray (Paris, 1883-1932) A Fine 19th century French Gilt and mid-brown Patina figure of an Orientalist Woman Playing Harp with Sphinx Head. Signed: Coudray AP with seal of Societe des Bronze de Paris Plaque reads: Tahoser, Prix de Rome Height: 20" (50 cm) Georges Charles Coudray studied under Falguière and exhibited at the Salon from 1883-1903. He is most well known for his Orientalist studies, many of which were cast by Société des Bronzes de Paris. Literature: S. Richemond, Les Orientalistes Dictionnaire des sculpteurs; XIX-XX siécles, Paris, 2008, p. 79.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.5 in (52.07 cm)Width: 8 in (20.32 cm)Depth: 9 in (22.86 cm)
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  • Date of Manufacture:
    1910
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  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU98621310134

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