Sculpture - Young Camel Rider On A Dromedary , Antoine Bofill (1875–1921) - Bronze

A rare and important orientalist bronze sculpture with a double patina , depicting a young camel rider on a dromedary , an iconic figure of North Africa , by the sculptor Antoine BOFILL (1875–1921) .
The work captures the essence of travel and adventure across the arid desert landscape .
The finesse of the details , both in the facial expression and in the rendering of the animal’s musculature , attests to meticulous observation and remarkable technical mastery .
Indeed, the artist is renowned for his bold and expressive sculptures .
The sculpture also evokes a deep connection between humanity and nature .
Bronze group bearing the sculptor’s signature , engraved on the naturalistic base .
Antique bronze, dating from the first half of the 20th century .
In very good condition with a fine patina .

Dimensions: 44 cm x 31 cm x 14 cm

Antonio Bofill-Conill , known as Antoine Bofill (1875–1925)

Antoine Bofill was a famous spanish sculptor , born in Barcelona in 1875 .

He studied at the Academy of Fine Arts in Barcelona before becoming involved in the Parisian art scene .
He was active in the late 19th century and the first half of the 20th century .
From 1901 through 1910 , he exhibited regularly at the prestigious Salons of the Society Of French Artists .
In 1902 , Antoine Bofill exhibited at the Salon of Paris , where he received the "Honorable Mention" .

Subsequently , he exhibited small-scale figures and group sculptures in Spain and France , which he had cast in bronze in France , Germany , and Austria .
Notable works include : "The Rest" (1896), "Arab Child with a Monkey" (1902), "A Prayer" (1905), "Caresses" (1906) ...