Fauna With Owls. Bronze Sculpture With Brown Patina. In The Style Of Clodion (1738–1814).

Faun with Owls. Bronze sculpture with nuanced patina. In the style of Clodion (1738–1814), 19th century. A rare bronze sculpture with a deeply nuanced brown patina, depicting a young seated faun, absorbed in a gesture of tenderness and protection towards an owl he holds close. At the base, other nocturnal birds of prey enrich the composition, lending the whole an intimate and poetic atmosphere. This work is fully in keeping with the neoclassical and sensual aesthetic developed by Clodion, famous for his fauns, satyrs, and mythological figures imbued with movement and delicacy. The subject, the supple modeling, the grace of the pose, and the decorative richness of the scene accurately reflect the direct influence of his work and his legacy. The bronze work is of exceptional quality: the anatomical modeling is fine, the face is expressive, the owls are naturalistic, and the vegetal base is meticulously rendered. The patina, particularly refined, offers beautiful nuances, especially on the arms, torso, and legs, subtly highlighting the volumes and giving the sculpture a warm and vibrant presence. Its state of preservation is exceptional, without restoration or alteration, retaining all the nobility of the material and the original balance of the composition. Period: 19th century Attribution: in the style of Clodion (1738–1814)
Material: bronze with nuanced brown patina
Condition: remarkable Dimensions:
A work of character, ideal for a bronze collection, an architect's interior, or a high-end decorative project, where it will bring elegance, poetry, and historical depth.