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"Hunter", bronze sculpture | Maurice Bouval (French, 1863-1916) & Goldscheider

Bouval, Maurice

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1401AKM29PA
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"A STALKING HUNTER" BY MAURICE BOUVAL (FRENCH, 1863-1916)
Signed "Bouval" in base w/ Goldscheider foundry mark on edge
Item # 1401AKM29PA


This fine original work that captures the pure and naturalistic sentiments of the Art Nouveau spirit.  The young man is minimally clad as he readies his sling, having just spotted game in the distance.  A successful day, one large pheasant is already tucked neatly in the thick leather belt wrapped around his waist as he anticipates a larger yield.  His sharp facial features remain intense, focused, studying the distance and calculating his shot under a furrowed brow, his wind blown hair wildly furling forward as he blocks the sun from his eyes.  The realism and scale of his body is flawless, each aspect in perfect proportion to the following member; his hands capture every detail down to the wrinkles and fingernails, his belt worn and rippling, the leather sling a complex piece that wraps around his wrist before flowing outward with a large rock.

The naturalistic base is signed in script "Bouval", the back of the base impressed with the rectangular seal of the Goldscheider foundry beneath a large impressed "A"; the underside of the base is impressed "81 BA 993".  
Standing at exactly 27 3/4" in height, it is work with a commanding sense of presence.  The details throughout the sculpture are above reproach, each aspect carefully hand chased and filed beneath the deep black patina, this with undertones of a very dark green and dark browns.

Measurements:  27 3/4" high [70.5 cm] x 13" long x 13" wide

Condition Report:
Minor patina wear here and there, more notable to the shoulder blades, edge of elbow, some verdigris oxidization to the buttocks and other incredibly light patina wear. Overall simply outstanding condition.