Wonderful Holiday Auction
Lot 3:
Description
Keywords: Art Deco, 1900’s, Victor Rousseau, Belgian Art, Cast Bronze, Naturalistic Animal Form, Powerful Stalking Pose, Classic French Bronze, Expressive Animal Sculpture
Cast art deco bronze Tiger by the Belgium artist Victor Rousseau, a renowned sculptor and medallist. Signed Rousseau on Base. Has substantial weight.
Artist Bio: A winning competition entry for the Prix Godecharle in 1890 gave Rousseau the chance to travel in England, Italy, and two full years in France, after which he returned to the atelier of Belgian sculptor and teacher Charles van der Stappen for another two years, 1887 through 1889. Rousseau himself served as professor of sculpture at the Academie Royale des Beaux-Arts from 1901 through 1919 and as director from 1919 through 1922.
Measurement: 10 x 17 x 7 1/2 in. (25.4 x 43.2 x 19.1 cm.) Approx
Category: 26420
Condition: We do our best to note any obvious issues, but all items are sold “as is?? and may show signs of wear. Condition reports are provided as a helpful guide and reflect our opinion, not a guarantee. We encourage you to review photos carefully and reach out if you need more information. All lots are sold in their current condition at the time of sale.
Minor surface marks and oxidation.
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