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EDOUARD DROUOT (FRENCH, 1859-1945) FINE SCULPTURE IN BRONZE, “ON GUARD"
Impressed with foundry cachet "Casa Pusterla Rosario"; signed "E. Drouot", c. 1910
Item # 120012IRP07041
This is a wonderful original antique bronze sculpture of a Fencer "En Garde", cast with incredible detail and clarity. Standing over a square naturalistic rocky base, the fencer is posed with his sword hand outstretched, ready for the advance of his attacker. Every aspect of his garp is crisply captured in bronze, even the wrinkles, twists and buttons on the clothing. The quality is mirrored in his facial features, the thin and perfect length of the sword, his fingernails and overall form. Cast with a deep greenish-brown patina, preserved very carefully and relatively untouched, this is an outstanding find for any serious collector of bronze works. This is rightly considered a rare model.
References:
- Bronzes: Sculptors & Founders, Volume IV, Berman - "On Guard" fig 3318
Measurements: 15 1/2" high x 15" wide x 5 3/8" deep
Condition Report:
Marble base with chips and roughness along edges and corners. Very fine green-brown patina, well preserved throughout. Possible very minor bending to tip of sword, though it may have been cast that way.