Lot 57 , Antoine-Louis Barye (1795-1875). A bronze model, Éléphant du Senegal, L.7.5in. H.5in.

Antoine-Louis Barye (1795-1875). A bronze model, Éléphant du Senegal, signed in the bronze with F. Barbedienne foundry mark, L.7.5in. H.5in.
Estimate £1,000-1,500

Greenish brown patination throughout which is perhaps a little rubbed over the back from carressing over the years, otherwise look to be in very good condition with no faults noted. Remnants of an old label underneath with along with a slightly oxidised nut.


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Sold for £1,300