Bronze Of A Braque Dog, By Pj Mêne - Mid-19th Century

Nice Bronze, signed Pierre-Jules Mêne (1810-1879), Parisian sculptor considered one of the main representatives of small Animal Sculptures of his time. This almost Bicentenary Work illustrates a hunting dog, Braque breed, a Male, at a standstill. It is an Animal with a Longiline morphology and Harmonious and Balanced proportions that presents itself to us. Her dress is made of close-cropped hair. His head is turned backwards. His ears are pendulous and his gaze is lively, he seems to stand alert on his four legs. Something catches his attention. The Canid is encamped on Vegetable ground: its hunting ground. This hunting scene rests on a red marble cherry from the Pyrenees, oval in shape and with molded edges. The latter offers a thickness of 3 cm. As a guarantee of authenticity, the signature "PJ MÊNE" is engraved in the floor of the Representation. It is with Realism and Agility that the Artist has shaped this Dog, Faithful companion of the Human. He knew how to bring out the Natural instinct of the Animal, Tracker and Predator. ******** Period: Mid 19th century. Excellent condition. Additional photos available by clicking on the following link: https://www.antiquites-lecomte.com/boutique/bronzes/bronze-dun-chien-braque-de-pj-mene-milieu-xixe Shipping possible by Colissimo with suitable protection . Dimensions: Base: Length: 24.5 cm Width: 12.5 cm Height: 3 cm Total height: 12.5 cm Weight: approximately 4 kg. Ref: 240S