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This exquisite nude female bronze sculpture is the work of Belgian artist Edouard Vereycken. Her pose and shapely form add …
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This exquisite nude female bronze sculpture is the work of Belgian artist Edouard Vereycken. Her pose and shapely form add an element of mysterious and statuesque appearance. She is believed to be Galatea (Galatée / Galathea) from Greek mythology. The Art Deco era figure is cast in the lost-wax process and finished in a rich green and brown patina. It is signed E. Vereycken along with the foundry mark Batardy Cire Perdue Bruxelles for the Batardy Foundry in Brussels (see photo). The statues slender form measures just under 29″ in height, adding to its towering presentation. The statue weight 17 lbs.
Edouard Vereycken (Edward Vereycken) was a Belgium artist and sculptor. He was born in Antwerp in 1893 and studied at the prestigious Royal Academy of Fine Arts in Antwerp. His work was influenced by the French sculptor Auguste Rodin and Belgian sculptor Jeff Lambeaux. One of his more important works is the Infantry Memorial of Brussels in front of the Palais de justice de Bruxelles. The monumental sculpture is in memory of Belgian infantrymen who fought in World War I.
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- Dimensions
- 6ʺW × 4.75ʺD × 29ʺH
- Styles
- Figurative
- French
- Period
- 1920s
- Country of Origin
- Belgium
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Bronze
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Green
- Condition Notes
- Very nice condition with minor wear consistent with age. Very nice condition with minor wear consistent with age. less
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