Sculpture - Pointing Dog , Pierre - Jules Mêne (1810-1879) - Bronze
Artist: Pierre - Jules Mêne (1810-1879)
A bronze sculpture with a brown patina , depicting a hunting dog of the "Setter" breed , by the sculptor Pierre-Jules Mene (1810–1879) .
The dog’s energy and hunting instinct are highlighted here .
The dog is depicted in a pointing stance , its senses are alert , and it is intently watching the thicket of vegetation , where it detects its prey without even seeing it , thanks to its sense of smell .
In Pierre-Jules Mêne’s work , the dog is the beloved and cherished animal , studied and depicted more than any other .
While hunting is the central theme of his work , the dog is its defining element par excellence .
In animal sculpture , P.J. Mene is the artist who has left us the greatest number of canine works , all perfectly rendered in a realistic style and depicted with an artistic authenticity and anatomical precision that will stand the test of time .
The sculptor’s signature "P.J.MÊNE" is incised on the naturalistic base , which is richly chiseled and adorned with vegetation.
An antique sculpture dating from the second half of the 19th century .
In perfect condition with excellent patina .
Dimensions: 22 cm x 29 cm x 12 cm
Pierre-Jules Mene (1810–1879)
Pierre - Jules Mene , is a French sculptor , born March 25 , 1810 in Paris , city where he died on May 20 1879 .
He is considered to be one of the main representatives of animal sculpture in the 19th century .
Pierre - Jules Mene produced many animal sculptures , particularly in vogue under the Second Empire, like Antoine-Louis Barye , Auguste Caïn , Pierre Louis Rouillard and , later , François Pompon .
P.J Mene specialized in small bronzes, and did not produce work for public statuary .
His animal subjects have enjoyed great popular success .
Exclusive publisher of his works , the perfection of his productions is widely recognized .
He reveals himself , with Antoine-Louis Barye , as the one whose success has been the most constant , and this over the longest period .
Pierre - Jules Mene appears to be one of the best practitioners of his time .
The dog’s energy and hunting instinct are highlighted here .
The dog is depicted in a pointing stance , its senses are alert , and it is intently watching the thicket of vegetation , where it detects its prey without even seeing it , thanks to its sense of smell .
In Pierre-Jules Mêne’s work , the dog is the beloved and cherished animal , studied and depicted more than any other .
While hunting is the central theme of his work , the dog is its defining element par excellence .
In animal sculpture , P.J. Mene is the artist who has left us the greatest number of canine works , all perfectly rendered in a realistic style and depicted with an artistic authenticity and anatomical precision that will stand the test of time .
The sculptor’s signature "P.J.MÊNE" is incised on the naturalistic base , which is richly chiseled and adorned with vegetation.
An antique sculpture dating from the second half of the 19th century .
In perfect condition with excellent patina .
Dimensions: 22 cm x 29 cm x 12 cm
Pierre-Jules Mene (1810–1879)
Pierre - Jules Mene , is a French sculptor , born March 25 , 1810 in Paris , city where he died on May 20 1879 .
He is considered to be one of the main representatives of animal sculpture in the 19th century .
Pierre - Jules Mene produced many animal sculptures , particularly in vogue under the Second Empire, like Antoine-Louis Barye , Auguste Caïn , Pierre Louis Rouillard and , later , François Pompon .
P.J Mene specialized in small bronzes, and did not produce work for public statuary .
His animal subjects have enjoyed great popular success .
Exclusive publisher of his works , the perfection of his productions is widely recognized .
He reveals himself , with Antoine-Louis Barye , as the one whose success has been the most constant , and this over the longest period .
Pierre - Jules Mene appears to be one of the best practitioners of his time .
2 200 €
Period: 19th century
Style: Napoleon 3rd
Condition: Perfect condition
Material: Bronze
Length: 29 cm
Height: 22 cm
Depth: 12 cm
Reference (ID): 1802002
Availability: In stock
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