Large Art Deco Bronze Sculpture – Archer Drawing His Bow – Signed S. Melani – Circa 1930

A superb bronze sculpture with a very dark brown, patina, depicting an athletic archer in a particularly dynamic pose, one knee on the ground, his leg outstretched, and his bow drawn.

This work, characteristic of the Art Deco aesthetic of the 1920s and 1930s, captivates with the power of its composition, the elegance of its lines, and the remarkable depiction of the male anatomy.

The rendering of the musculature, the focused expression on the face, and the tension of the movement attest to the sculptor’s fine craftsmanship.

Signed “S. MELANI,” visible on the belt at the back of the figure.

The sculpture rests on a large rectangular base of veined black marble, emphasizing its decorative and monumental character.

A very beautiful dark patina with subtle highlights, accentuating the work’s volumes and details.

A distinctive decorative piece, ideal for an Art Deco interior, a bronze collection, or a contemporary décor.