Large Bronze Sculpture Of A World War I Soldier By Jb Van Pottelsberghe

Large bronze sculpture of a French infantryman in the 273rd Colonial Infantry Regiment, who participated, among other battles, in the Battle of Bois des Caures near Verdun in February 1916. The soldier is depicted standing, bareheaded, facing the viewer in his post-war dress uniform, his Adrian helmet under his left arm and leaning on a cane. His decorations (Croix de Guerre, Legion of Honor, etc.) are visible on his jacket. This sculpture by JB Van Pottelsberghe is very finely detailed and proportioned, and its brown patina is in perfect condition. The foundry was founded by Alexis Rudier. The Rudier foundry is responsible for some of the finest bronzes of the 19th and 20th centuries. The foundry worked for the great sculptors of its time, such as Auguste Rodin, Antoine Bourdelle, and Gustave Miklos. Information and additional photos available upon request.