Pair Of Animal Bronze Sculptures, Bull And Cow, After Rosa Bonheur, Late 19th Century

A beautiful pair of bronze sculptures with a brown patina depicting a bull and a cow in natural poses.
These sculptures demonstrate superb modeling, highlighting the bull’s power and the cow’s gentleness through a realistic and expressive treatment of the animals’ anatomy. The work evokes the style of the great animal painter Rosa Bonheur, whose depictions of cattle are among the most famous of the 19th century.
The figures rest on veined black marble bases, emphasizing the elegance of the ensemble. The antique patina displays beautiful nuances and wear consistent with the age of the pieces.
A late 19th-century work, inspired by Rosa Bonheur.
A highly decorative collector’s set, ideal for a lover of animal sculpture or for a cabinet of curiosities.
Dimensions (each figure):
● Height: 9.5 cm
● Width: 12.5 cm
● Depth: 5.5 cm
Good overall condition. Original patina. A few slight signs of wear consistent with the pieces’ age.