"François Laurent Rolard - "monkey Money", Large Bronze Of A Circus Man With A Monkey. 19th Century"
Magnificent antique bronze depicting a circus man and his monkey playing the guitar on his shoulder. The man is in a balancing position with a hoop around him. Amusing and charming scene from the end of the 19th century. This bronze entitled "Monkey Money" was presented at the Salon of 1884 in large size. It later adorned the Square de Montholon in Paris and was destroyed during the occupation in 1942. Bronze with a beautiful brown patina. It is presented on a rotating base with a golden patina with the title of the work engraved. Signature on the base "Rolard" and founder's mark "société des bronzes de Paris". Very good condition. 
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