Henri Plé, Child On A Snail, Bronze, Late 19th Century

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Object description :

"Henri Plé, Child On A Snail, Bronze, Late 19th Century"

Charming little bronze sculpture of a child riding a snail. He holds a whip in his left hand and originally carried another element, now missing, in his right hand.

Signature “Henri Plé” on the left of the base.

Henri Honoré Plé (1853-1922) is a French sculptor born in Paris. A student of Mathurin Moreau, he made his debut at the Salon in 1877, and became a member of the Artistes Français in 1887. In 1879, he created a sculpture representing a cabinetmaker for the facade of the town hall of the 12th arrondissement. Taking part in the Universal Exhibition of 1900, he won a bronze medal.

One element missing from the right hand.
Good condition.
Late 19th century.

Dimensions:
H: 12 cm
W: 9.7 cm
D: 7 cm

Price: 250 €

Artist: Henri Honoré Plé (1853-1922)
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition

Material: Bronze
Width: 9,7 cm
Height: 12 cm
Depth: 7 cm

Reference: 1553807
Availability: In stock