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Animalier Bronze Group Entitled "Groupe De Renards" by P J Mene
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Animalier Bronze Group Entitled "Groupe De Renards" by P J Mene

19th century
Description

A wonderful mid 19th Century Animalier bronze study of a a pointer turning its head in an alert pose with fabulous rich brown patina and excellent surface detail, raised on naturalistic base, signed P J Mêne

Date of Manufacture

Hickmet Fine Arts has dated this Bronze Fox Group Sculpture to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1085349
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SKU 9205
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Description
A wonderful mid 19th Century Animalier bronze study of a a pointer turning its head in an alert pose with fabulous rich brown patina and excellent surface detail, raised on naturalistic base, signed P J Mêne
Date of Manufacture

Hickmet Fine Arts has dated this Bronze Fox Group Sculpture to the 1870s.

Height
9cm (3.54")
Width
18cm (7.09")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1085349
Dealers Internal Ref
SKU 9205
Hickmet Fine Arts
Hickmet Fine Arts
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Established in 1936, hickmet fine arts is an international family run antiques business

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A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene.
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Archive I A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene.

Animalier Bronze Group Entitled "Groupe De Renards" by P J Mene

Archive II A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene. View II
Archive III A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene. View III
Archive IV A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene. View IV
Archive V A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene. View V
Archive VI A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene. View VI
Archive VII A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene. View VII
Archive VIII A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene. View VIII
Archive IX A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene. View IX
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A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene.
Animalier Bronze Group Entitled "Groupe de Renards" by P J Mene
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A 19th-century French patinated bronze sculpture depicting two foxes resting on a naturalistic ground base, signed by P. J. Mene.
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  • ObjectSculpture
  • Period19th century
  • Style19th Century Animalier
  • MaterialBronze, Dark Patina
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsTextured fur detail, Naturalistic oval base, Realistic animal forms
  • SizeH 9 cm (4 in) x W 18 cm (7 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

This nineteenth-century Animalier bronze sculpture depicts two foxes resting on a naturalistic oval ground base. The piece exhibits realistic animal forms with finely worked textured fur detail throughout the bodies, a standing figure with alert posture, and a recumbent companion below. Fabricated in dark bronze, the work displays a rich dark brown patina across the textured surface, highlighting the naturalistic landscape elements and the forms of the animals. The sculpture measures 9 cm high, 18 cm wide, and 12 cm deep. Positioned on a mantelpiece, this decorative sculpture brings a touch of nineteenth-century French artistic tradition to an interior space. The realistic animal study suits placement in a highland hunting lodge style interior, display cabinet, or study, integrating naturally into traditional or period-inspired settings. The compact proportions allow placement on narrower display surfaces while presenting detailed subject matter for collectors of Animalier bronzes.

FAQs

Dust regularly using a soft microfibre cloth or natural bristle brush, avoiding liquid cleansers or abrasive chemicals, and apply a thin layer of clear microcrystalline wax periodically to protect the patina.

Position the sculpture on a dark wood mantelpiece, a structured bookshelf, or a console table alongside books and brass accents to create a focal point.

Authentic pieces feature sharp casting definition, artist signatures cast directly into the mould or inscribed on the base, appropriate historical patina wear, and period-correct foundry marks.

These sculptures were typically cast using the lost-wax or sand casting method, followed by hand-chasing and the application of chemical patinas to achieve naturalistic surface textures and tonal depth.

The Animalier movement originated in 19th-century France, characterised by realistic depictions of animals, particularly dogs, horses, and native wildlife, popularised by sculptors such as Pierre-Jules Mene and Antoine-Louis Barye.
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