Sculpture - The Pheasant And The Lizard , Alfred Dubucand (1828–1894) - Bronze

A majestic and imposing bronze cast with a gold patina , depicting a pheasant perched with natural grace on a rock , accompanied by a lizard , by the animal sculptor Alfred Dubucand (1828–1894) .
The choice of this subject reveals the sculptor’s interest in hunting and naturalistic themes , characteristic of his era.
The sculptor’s naturalistic approach is evident in the meticulous details of the sculpture and the modeling of the forms , which suggest the animals’ movement and vitality .
As for the plumage , each feather is rendered with a precision that lends the work striking realism , while conveying a sense of lightness and dynamism .
The choice of a rock profusely adorned with vegetation as the base highlights the natural habitat of the pheasant and the lizard , further emphasizing the connection between the animals and their environment .
In short , this work is a celebration of natural beauty , enhanced by human skill .
The work was created during the second half of the 19th century and bears the sculptor’s signature , "DUBUCAND", engraved in the base .
In perfect condition with excellent patina .

Height : 71 cm

Alfred Dubucand (1828–1894)

Alfred Dubucand was 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 , pheasants , and horses .
He frequently experimented with chemical patinas on his bronzes , following the teachings of Antoine-Louis Barye .

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 one last time at the 1883 Salon , with his group sculpture "Arab Horseman and Woman at the Fountain" .