Pierre Jules Mene Hunting Dogs Bronze Sculpture
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Pierre Jules Mene
France
1810-1879
Titled "Chasse à la Perdrix," depicts two hunting dogs cornering a partridge in tall grass. Mene was taught sculpture and foundry work early on by his father and was encouraged by artist Rene Compaire and influenced by Edwin Landseer and Carle Vernet. Mene's early studies were made at the "Jardin des Plantes" in Paris where he developed a great skill for sculpting animals. In 1838 Mene first exhibited at the Paris Salon and then continually exhibited until his death.
Approx. 8 5/8" t x 15 1/2" w x 7 1/2" d.,Bronze
From the collection of a North Scituate, Rhode Island estate.
Signed and dated "P J Mene 1847" on base.
France
1810-1879
Titled "Chasse à la Perdrix," depicts two hunting dogs cornering a partridge in tall grass. Mene was taught sculpture and foundry work early on by his father and was encouraged by artist Rene Compaire and influenced by Edwin Landseer and Carle Vernet. Mene's early studies were made at the "Jardin des Plantes" in Paris where he developed a great skill for sculpting animals. In 1838 Mene first exhibited at the Paris Salon and then continually exhibited until his death.
Approx. 8 5/8" t x 15 1/2" w x 7 1/2" d.,Bronze
From the collection of a North Scituate, Rhode Island estate.
Signed and dated "P J Mene 1847" on base.
Condition
Light surface wear associated with age and use, otherwise good condition.
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Pierre Jules Mene Hunting Dogs Bronze Sculpture
Estimate $300 - $500
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