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Pierre Jules Mene Spaniel Capturing a Duck Bronze

Creator: Pierre Jules Mene
Offered by: Avantiques

Description
Pierre Jules Mene (1810-1879). Original cast circa 1850

Chien épagneul-griffon attrapant un canard (Spaniel-Griffon canine capturing a duck).

Exceptional and large bronze grouping statuette with rich chocolate patina. Natural base signed (P.J. MENE)

Height: 15 cm (6 in.), length 45 cm (18 in.), depth 16 cm (6-1/4 in.).

Condition: Exceptional

Épagneul griffon saisissant un canard
Bronze à patine médaille signé sur la terrasse.
Fonte ancienne atelier MÈNE.
Ce groupe est une édition fractionnée de la chasse au canard exposée au salon de 1850.
Il existe un dessin préparatoire, coté en centimètres et titré Epagneul de la chasse au canard, qui en fixe la composition d'une manière précise par la position des pattes antérieures et de la patte postérieure droite notamment.

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Bibliographie : Il s'agit du modèle ayant servi à l'illustration du catalogue raisonné de Michel POLETTI et Alain RICHARME. Reférence 115 (CHI 32) p.112

Please also consider Avantique’s eclectic bronze collection including Barye, Barrias, Mene, Moigniez, Paillet, Paillard, Fratin, Picault, and Cain among others. We strive to collect the highest quality sculptures in exceptional condition.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	France
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Bronze, Cast.
Condition:	Excellent. Wear consistent with age and use.
Creation Date:	1850
Styles / Movements:	Traditional
Incollect Reference #:	628964