Alfred Dubucand – Small Bronze: Woodcock In Motion, Antique Casting

A small bronze sculpture of a woodcock poised to take flight, resting on a naturalistic base. The sculpture features an early casting and a beautiful surface finish, characteristic of Dubucand's animal sculptures. The subject strikes a fine balance between movement and a close observation of the animal. Dimensions: 11 × 11 × 8.5 cm. Alfred Dubucand (1828–1894) was a French animal sculptor trained in the studio of Antoine-Louis Barye. He specialized in hunting and naturalistic subjects, favoring dynamic compositions and meticulous casting. He exhibited regularly at the Salon from 1867 onwards and remains appreciated for the precision of his modeling and the liveliness of his animal scenes.