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PIERRE-JULES MÊNE
French, 1810-1879
Group of Ducks
Sand-cast medium-brown patinated bronze | signed in cast "P.J. MÊNE" | cast circa 1880
Item # 303VPN19L
A delightful cast depicting a group of ducks playfully making their way about on a naturalistic bank, they are beautifully sand-cast and retain an original and rather complex patina featuring an all-over medium-brown with highlights of ruby peering through. Probably cast just after Mêne's death circa 1880, the group remains in very fine condition with overall very good preservation of the patina other than the one bright spot on the edge of the base.
Measurements: 3 1/2" H x 3 1/8" D x 5" W
Condition Report:
Bright spot on the proper right edge of the base from rubbing wear,