"fencer" Gilded Bronze After Emmanuel Frémiet

Titled Charles IX duelist by its creator Emmanuel Frémiet in 1879, this noble figure holds a sword against his chest and appears to be waiting for a confrontation with a belligerent expression. Gilt bronze statuette produced in the first part of the 20th century (1910/1920) by the Barbedienne foundry in Paris. Perfect condition (probably missing spurs), original gilding, sea green worked marble base, bronze counter base. Signature E Frémiet and foundry stamp. The height indicated includes the base. Emmanuel Frémiet (1824/1910) is one of the most famous sculptors of the second half of the 19th century, addressing many subjects: historical figures, animal subjects or religious themes, among his most famous works: Joan of Arc in the Place des Pyramides, Louis d'Orléans in the courtyard of the Château de Pierrefonds, Saint Michael slaying the dragon overlooking the magnificent abbey of Mont Saint Michel…