Sculpture - Setter With A Rabbit , Jules Moigniez (1835–1894) - Bronze

A large bronze sculpture with a brown patina , depicting a "Setter" breed hunting dog on the prowl for its prey , a rabbit hidden beneath foliage , by the animal sculptor Jules Moigniez (1835–1894) .
The dog’s energy and hunting instinct are highlighted here .
The dog is depicted in a pointing stance , its senses are alert as it intently watches the clump of vegetation , where it detects its prey without even seeing it, thanks to its sense of smell .
Jules Moigniez pays particular attention to anatomical details , his works are considered remarkably detailed , with very thorough chiseling , complemented by an elegance in the poses .
Bronze signed "J. Moigniez" , on the richly chiseled , tree-lined naturalistic base .
An antique edition sculpture dating from the second half of the 19th century .
In very good condition with a beautiful patina .

Dimensions: 18 cm x 32 cm x 13.8 cm


Jules Moigniez (1835–1894)

Jules Moigniez was a French animal sculptor .
He was a student of Paul Comolera (1818–1897), a great sculptor specializing in birds, who was himself a student of François Rude .

At the age of twenty , Jules Moigniez exhibited his first sculpture , "A Braque Dog Pointing at a Pheasant" ,at the 1855 World’s Fairin Paris .
He then exhibited regularly at the Salon from 1859 to 1892 , where he received an honorable mention in his very first year .
He once again presented his sculptures at the 1878 Paris World’s Fair .
J. Moigniez enjoyed great success , particularly in England and the United States .
Indeed , his works were considered remarkably detailed , with very intricate chiseling , complemented by an elegance in the figures’ poses .

In light of his son’s success , his father established a foundry specifically for him .