FRENCH ‘ANIMALIER’ BRONZE GOAT BY P.J. MÊNE
Price: £420Stock No. 5325/k
A well modelled and finely cast BRONZE GOAT by the famous “animalier” sculptor: Pierre Jules Mêne. Set upon a rectangular base, strewn with stones and lichen, the alert “billy” goat is depicted climbing up some rocks. Signed to the integral base. 5.25 ins wide (13.5cms).
** Pierre Jules MÊNE (1810-1879) is considered one of the pioneers of the French animal sculptures in the 19th century, casting his models in his own foundry.
(NB. This bronze is not on view in the shop. Please e-mail kerry@quietstreetantiques.co.uk or telephone 07860 818212 for viewing details)
