Alexandre Ouline - Large Art Deco Bronze “the Seagull” – 58 Cm

A large bronze sculpture with a brownish-green patina depicting "Le Goéland" (The Seagull), an iconic work by the animal sculptor Alexandre Ouline, who was active during the interwar period. With a remarkable sense of movement, the artist captures a seagull in a steep dive—wings fully spread—swooping down on two fish amidst a breaking wave. The composition is highly elegant, blending naturalism with an Art Deco aesthetic and featuring a particularly expressive rendering of the plumage and the swirling water. The quality of the casting and chasing highlights every detail, while the antique patina, with its deep brownish-green hues, accentuates the forms and lends the piece a striking decorative presence. Signed "Ouline" on the base, this sculpture is one of the artist’s most sought-after models. Alexandre Ouline distinguished himself through his dynamic animal studies—particularly of seabirds, deer, and big cats—which are highly prized today by collectors of 20th-century animal sculpture. A spectacular work, ideal for an Art Deco collection or a refined interior. In excellent condition, featuring a fine-quality antique patina.