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FRENCH ART DECO BRONZE SCULPTURE OF A VULTURE AFTER MAURICE PROST
Sealed with Thiebaut Freres foundry mark, signed M. Prost
Item # 704PRZ06A
This rare and fine gilded bronze sculpture of a prone Vulture is a striking work of impressionism, loosely capturing the essence of the bird with mottled features against a brilliant golden patinated surface. The high burnish of wax against smooth bronze is simply gorgeous. The figure is powerful and imposing with a curved beak and a fixed gaze. Along the right edge of the naturalistic base is the crisp signature and along the back edge is the foundry seal for Thiebaut Freres.
Markings: stamped with circular founder's mark noting FUMIERE ET CIE SUC around the outside and across the middle THIEBAUT FRES PARIS
Measurements: 12” H [total] x 4 7/8” W x 4 7/8” D [marble base], 9” H x 7 1/2” D x 4” W [bronze]
Condition Report:
Chip to front right edge of marble base. Oxidization in crevices and pits. Minor handling wear to original patina. Please scroll down to view all detailed images of this piece.