"cuckoo" Bronze Sculpture, Signed By Rosa Bonheur – Late 19th Century

This small bronze sculpture titled Coucou and signed by Rosa Bonheur captures all the charm of a childlike scene caught in the moment: a young girl, standing confidently on her circular base, lifts a piece of fabric in front of her as if to hide and then reappear immediately in a game of silent mischief. The modeling of the face, the soft roundness of the cheeks, and the liveliness of the gaze suggest a vibrant innocence, while the textured hair subtly catches the light. The drapery seems animated by a slight movement, as if the child had just pulled the fabric toward her in a spontaneous gesture. The deep patina envelops the entire piece in an intimate presence, giving this small figure an unexpected emotional depth. The work, both simple and refined, captures a suspended moment where mischief becomes poetry, and where the bronze, though motionless, seems to breathe life.

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Period: Late 19th century

Good condition
Shipping available upon request in France and internationally.

Dimensions:
Width: 6 cm
Depth: 5 cm
Height: 13 cm
Weight: 0.5 kg

Reference: 633V