Signed A.L Barye. Cast in black tone patinated bronze. Modeled in 1849 and cast ca. 1867. The group is influenced by Giambologna's 16th century marble sculpture Hercules and the Centaur. The story of Theseus and other Greek heroes battling Centaurs is from Ovid's "Metamorphoses", Book XII.
Provenance: The estate of a lady, Mamaroneck, NY
Dimensions:
15 1/2" W x 5" D x 14" H
About the Artist:
Barye acquired a patent for casting quantities of small scale bronze for middle class collectors. He partnered with Emile Martin in 1845 and published the first catalogue in 1844 to great success.
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Condition
Great black patina. Please review the photos as they are part of the condition report.
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