H. Levasseur - Rare Chryséléphantine, Little Red Riding Hood
Artist: Henri-louis Levasseur (1853-?)
Rare chryselephantine in bronze and natural stone representing Little Red Riding Hood after the model by Peyrot. This sculpture rests on a sea green marble base and is signed on a small plaque "FUTUR SÉNATEUR - par H. Levasseur - Hors Concours". It is in good condition.
** The word "chryselephantine" comes from the Greek - chrysos which means "gold" and "elephantinos" which means "ivory". Chryselephantine refers to a technique of Greek origin, which appeared around the 6th century BC, which consists of combining ivory and gold plates with less noble materials such as wood or stone. **
Dimensions
Total height 29cm
Marble base - 12cm x 12cm
** The word "chryselephantine" comes from the Greek - chrysos which means "gold" and "elephantinos" which means "ivory". Chryselephantine refers to a technique of Greek origin, which appeared around the 6th century BC, which consists of combining ivory and gold plates with less noble materials such as wood or stone. **
Dimensions
Total height 29cm
Marble base - 12cm x 12cm
1 200 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Other Style
Condition: Good condition
Material: Bronze
Length: 12cm
Width: 12cm
Height: 29cm
Reference (ID): 1598430
Availability: In stock
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