Lot n° 291
Estimation :
1500 - 2000
EUR
Result without fees
Result
: 20 500EUR
After Antoine Louis BARYE (1796-1875) - Lot 291
After Antoine Louis BARYE (1796-1875)
Charging Bull
Bronze proof with brown patina, signed BARYE, no founder's stamp
Stepped, veined white marble base
18 x 28 x 10 cm
(Worn patina, marble chips)
NOTICE
Antoine-Louis Barye, French sculptor, is one of the undisputed masters of XIXᵉ century animal sculpture. His fascination with wild animals, hunting scenes and animal fights is reflected in his bronzes of remarkable precision and striking realism. Barye observed animals at length in the Jardin des Plantes in Paris, studying their anatomy and movements to better transcribe them in his works. His sculptures capture the raw power, grace and sometimes ferocity of his subjects.
Barye's bronzes are particularly appreciated for their expressiveness and dynamism. From wildcats in full attack, to majestic stags and exotic animals, each work testifies to his mastery of texture and detail, bringing his sculptures almost to life. Barye excels at capturing the moment when an animal is in motion, giving his works a unique dramatic intensity.
His works have inspired and influenced many animal sculptors, such as Emmanuel Frémiet, known for his depictions of animals in action, and Christophe Fratin, who shares Barye's interest in the strength and character of animals. Barye's bronzes, sought after by collectors today, remain masterpieces of animal sculpture, embodying romantic realism and admiration for the wilderness.
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