Sculpture “morning Reverie” By Rousseau

Sculpture “Morning Reverie” by Rousseau
A patinated regula sculpture on a wooden base with a marbled effect, created by the French Art Nouveau artist Victor Rousseau (1865–1954)
The work illustrates the poetic transition from night to morning through classical iconography and fluid, organic forms
The central figure is an elegant, barefoot young woman representing the morning. She is depicted in full stride atop a rocky outcrop. Her dynamic, classical drapery clings closely to her torso while billowing dramatically behind her left arm, creating a sense of movement and wind
Her left arm is raised toward her forehead in a traditional gesture of “contemplation ” or awakening, shielding her eyes as if she were watching the sun rise. Her right hand holds a long, slender metal staff or a stylized pitchfork that anchors the composition vertically
At her feet rests a prominently sculpted rooster, positioned with its tail feathers spread out next to stylized morning flora. The rooster serves as a direct symbolic representation of dawn, awakening, and the theme of morning
Signed “Rousseau” at the bottom of the sculpture
A brass plaque bearing the title and the sculptor’s name on the wooden base.
In good vintage condition, with a small crack on the rooster’s legs and some age-related wear on the wooden base.
17 cm in diameter and 55 cm tall.
Handcrafted piece from the early 20th century.