Important Sculpture - Bronze - The Haulers - V. Demanet - Belgium - 20th Century

An important bronze sculpture by Victor Demanet, entitled Les Haleurs (The Haulers). This Art Deco piece captivates with the power of its subject and the finesse of its execution. The scene depicts two haulers in full effort, expressing the tension and vigor of the work. The bronze benefits from a green polychrome patina with shades of medal, which admirably highlights the volumes and details of the composition. The work is signed on the terrace and also bears the inscription bronze. Belgium, Circa 1925 Victor Demanet (1895/1964) renowned Belgian sculptor, won numerous awards during his career, including recognition for his bronze sculpture "To the Rescue" at the 1925 Paris Salon and a gold medal for "Metallurgy" at the 1930 International Exhibition in Liège. He created various statues of King Albert I and Princess Astrid for different cities, as well as other monuments featuring historical figures. Influenced by Constantin Meunier, Demanet's socially engaged art focused on the representation of workers. His sculpture "To the Rescue" depicts two generations of transporters, symbolizing the themes of life, sharing, and mutual aid, inviting viewers to interpret its meaning beyond the superficial representation.