Bronze Group , The Merino Family By Jules Moigniez (1835–1894)
The work demonstrates exceptional mastery of animal sculpture .
Jules Moigniez , renowned for his ability to capture the life and movement of animals , immortalizes here a scene of tenderness and coexistence among a family of Merino sheep .
The arrangement of the animals , with the protective ram and ewe dominating the composition , evokes a sense of natural harmony .
Jules Moigniez , a master of form and texture , succeeds in rendering every detail of the animals with striking precision .
The animals’ coats , depicted with delicate undulations , create an illusion of movement and softness .
The animals’ posture evokes a natural tranquility , symbolizing the calm of pastoral life .
The sculptor’s signature "J. Moigniez" , is engraved on the richly chiseled naturalistic base .
Antique sculpture dating from the second half of the 19th century , circa 1880 .
In perfect condition with excellent patina .
Dimensions : 29.5 cm x 42 cm x 20 cm
Jules Moigniez (1835–1894)
Jules Moigniez is a French animal sculptor.
He was a student of Paul Comolera (1818 – 1897) , a great sculptor specializing in birds , himself a student of François Rude .
J.Moigniez exhibited his first sculpture"Dog Braque stopping a pheasant"at the age of twenty at the Universal Exhibition of 1855, in Paris .
He then exhibited regularly at the Salon , from 1859 to 1892 ,where he obtained an honorable mention in the first year .
He presented his sculptures again at the Paris Universal Exhibition in 1878.
J.Moigniez enjoyed great success , particularly in England and the United States .
Indeed , his works are considered remarkably detailed , with very thorough carving , complemented by elegance in attitudes .
Faced with his son's success, his father created a foundry especially for him .
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Bronze
Length: 42 cm
Height: 29.5 cm
Depth: 20 cm
Reference (ID): 1794029
Availability: In stock
