Bronze Vide-Poche Depicting Child and Dolphin, Early 1800s

Description

A brown patina bronze baguier on a white marble base.
This charming baguier represents a child carrying a large shell, … more A brown patina bronze baguier on a white marble base.
This charming baguier represents a child carrying a large shell, placed on his head, which he holds with his small outstretched arms. The child, with his chubby face framed by curls, seems absorbed in his task. He is balancing on the back of a dolphin. The dolphin has a long tail that helps to hold the shell in place.
Illustrating the complicity of the child and the dolphin, this delicately sculpted bicentennial object will captivate you by its refinement and originality.

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Period : Early 19th century
Excellent condition.

Dimensions :
Height : 25.5 cm
Width : 17 cm
Depth : 18 cm. less