Important Bronze "hunting Diana" By J. Geleyn - Early 20th Century

This large patinated bronze titled "Diana the Huntress" by Joseph Louis Geleyn is a captivating work depicting the mythological goddess Diana accompanied by a young stag. The sculpture features a nude Diana blowing a hunting horn and holding a knife in her left hand. Beside her, an exhausted, panting stag raises its head to the sky. The details are remarkable: the muscles and contours of the female figure's body are finely sculpted, as is the animal's coat. The bronze's patina, shaded with green and brown, adds depth and richness to the work, accentuating its visual appeal. This sculpture captures a dynamic and expressive moment, perfectly illustrating the iconic role of Diana, the goddess of the hunt, in mythology. A piece that combines power and elegance! This work is signed on the base by the artist and annotated "Fonderie nationale des bronzes firme J. Petermann st Gilles Bruxelles". This is a reduction of the monumental work installed in 1909 in Beloeil, Belgium, a gift from Baron Descamps-David, then Minister of Science and Arts. Joseph Louis Geleyn (1863-1934) was a Belgian sculptor, a student of Thomas Vinçotte. In 1888 and 1891, he participated in the Prix de Rome competition. He created portraits, monumental works, statues, and allegorical figures. In 1895, he participated in the competition organized by the Class of the Academy of Fine Arts of Belgium. In 1894, he exhibited at the Universal Exhibition of Fine Arts in Antwerp. In 1897 and 1910, he participated in the Brussels World Fair.*********Period: Early 20th centuryVery good condition.Delivery on quote in France and internationallyDimensions:Height: 66 cmWidth: 55 cmDepth: 41 cmWeight: 28.5 kgRef: 232V