Sculpture - The Donkey Of Cairo , Alfred Dubucand (1828-1894) - Bronze
Artist: Alfred Dubucand (1828-1894)
Bronze sculpture with a dual brown and gold patina , inspired by Orientalist art , depicting "The Donkey of Cairo" , by the sculptor Alfred Dubucand (1828–1894).
Known for his sculptures that blend eclecticism and realism , the artist captures a scene from everyday life with great finesse through this sculpture .
The work depicts a donkey driver , an iconic figure of orientale culture , accompanied by his donkey , in a pose that suggests both movement and tranquility .
Alfred Dubucand pays particular attention to anatomical details and the accuracy of his subjects’ movements .
The meticulous details , from the donkey’s coat and its ornaments to the donkey driver’s facial expression and traditional attire , reveals careful observation and an understanding of the oriental world .
Bronze group signed by the sculptor "DUBUCAND" on the naturalistic , richly chiseled base .
Antique sculpture , dating from the second half of the 19th century .
In perfect condition with a beautiful patina .
Dimensions: 34 cm x 27 cm x 16 cm
Alfred Dubucand (1828–1894)
Alfred Dubucand , is a famous French sculptor , born in Paris on November 25 , 1828 .
He was one of the award-winning students of Antoine-Louis Barye (1795–1875) .
A. Dubucand made his debut at the 1867 Salon .
He primarily sculpted groups of animals , deer, dogs , and horses .
He frequently experimented with chemical patinas on his bronzes , following the teachings of Antoine-Louis Barye , who pushed the boundaries with his dark green patinas .
A. Dubucand paid particular attention to anatomical details and the accuracy of his subjects’ movements .
He modeled his figures in wax or clay, then cast them in bronze using the lost-wax or sand casting methods .
Many of his Orientalist sculptures depict North African scenes featuring Arab tribes and nomads with horses or camels .
Alfred Dubucand exhibited for the last time at the 1883 Salon, with his group sculpture "Arab Horseman and Woman at the Fountain" .
Known for his sculptures that blend eclecticism and realism , the artist captures a scene from everyday life with great finesse through this sculpture .
The work depicts a donkey driver , an iconic figure of orientale culture , accompanied by his donkey , in a pose that suggests both movement and tranquility .
Alfred Dubucand pays particular attention to anatomical details and the accuracy of his subjects’ movements .
The meticulous details , from the donkey’s coat and its ornaments to the donkey driver’s facial expression and traditional attire , reveals careful observation and an understanding of the oriental world .
Bronze group signed by the sculptor "DUBUCAND" on the naturalistic , richly chiseled base .
Antique sculpture , dating from the second half of the 19th century .
In perfect condition with a beautiful patina .
Dimensions: 34 cm x 27 cm x 16 cm
Alfred Dubucand (1828–1894)
Alfred Dubucand , is a famous French sculptor , born in Paris on November 25 , 1828 .
He was one of the award-winning students of Antoine-Louis Barye (1795–1875) .
A. Dubucand made his debut at the 1867 Salon .
He primarily sculpted groups of animals , deer, dogs , and horses .
He frequently experimented with chemical patinas on his bronzes , following the teachings of Antoine-Louis Barye , who pushed the boundaries with his dark green patinas .
A. Dubucand paid particular attention to anatomical details and the accuracy of his subjects’ movements .
He modeled his figures in wax or clay, then cast them in bronze using the lost-wax or sand casting methods .
Many of his Orientalist sculptures depict North African scenes featuring Arab tribes and nomads with horses or camels .
Alfred Dubucand exhibited for the last time at the 1883 Salon, with his group sculpture "Arab Horseman and Woman at the Fountain" .
4 300 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Orientalism
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Bronze
Length: 27 cm
Height: 34 cm
Depth: 16 cm
Reference (ID): 1800602
Availability: In stock
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