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Ernest Rancoulet, Le Travail, 19th Century, Bronze Statue

Name: Ernest Rancoulet, Le Travail, 19th Century, Bronze Statue
Price: 5209 USD
Availability: InStock

$5,209

Atena

Montesson, FR

Condition Notes: Very Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Light wear to … moreVery Good — This vintage item has no defects, but it may show slight traces of use\. Light wear to torso less

Description: Bronze sculpture with brown patina by ernest rancoulet featuring an allegory of work with a young man holding a spear, … more Bronze sculpture with brown patina by ernest rancoulet featuring an allegory of work with a young man holding a spear, that symbolizes the triumph of wisdom acquired through work and study. At his feet, several objects refer to literature, arts and sciences: the book is a symbol of knowledge, the caduceus, symbol of the union between heaven and earth, of the awakening of cosmic consciousness, the compass, symbol of sciences, the palette and brushes, symbol of art. Signed on the edge of the book: rancoulet. Titled on the base: le travail par rancoulet (sculpteur), circa 1870 dimensions: w 13,4 in, d 10.6in, h 28.3in. Dimensions: l 34cm, d 27cm, h 72cm. Literature ernest rancoulet (sorèze, 1842?-1918?) is a french sculptor, student of maggesi, author of bronze and terracotta statues featuring fishermen, dancers, allegorical and mythological figures. He presented his sculptures at the salon from 1870-1876. Several of his works are in french public collections, such as the musée des beaux-arts in bordeaux or the musée de la chartreuse in douai. This piece is attributed to the mentioned designer/maker. It has no attribution mark and no
official proof of authenticity,
however it is well documented in design history. I take full responsibility for any authenticity

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