Life-size - Important Polychrome Bronze - In The Style Of Goldscheider - Early 20th Century

Exceptional large polychrome bronze representing a young boy seated In the style of GoldscheiderEarly 20th centuryPolychrome bronze in two parts (figure and trunk)Height: 114 cmProvenance: Monegasque successionThis remarkable life-size polychrome bronze sculpture illustrates all the refinement and taste for realism that marked the transition from the 19th to the 20th century.The young boy, seated relaxed on a tree trunk, legs crossed and hands resting on his knees, seduces with the freshness of his expression and the liveliness of his smile. The particularly careful polychromy underlines the richness of the modeling: dark jacket decorated with gold braid, light shirt, short breeches, ivory stockings and laced shoes are rendered with a precision that accentuates the naturalness of the scene. In the tradition of the creations of the famous Viennese manufacturer Goldscheider, which enjoyed great success with its polychrome terracotta, this bronze model stands out for its exceptional character. Rarer and more noble than terracotta, bronze gives the work a monumental presence and a durability that make it an extraordinary piece. The design in two distinct elements – the trunk and the figure – testifies to the technical mastery of its founder. By its impressive scale, the quality of its casting and the refinement of its polychromy, this bronze stands out as a unique work, intended to adorn a prestigious residence or to join a large collection. Coming from a Monegasque estate, this is a rare piece on the market, combining the elegance of a naturalist subject and the nobility of an exceptional material. State of conservation: very good condition, old polychromy with slight wear from use.