The Country House Gallery has dated this piece to the 1860s.
The quality of the casting is superb with a black/brown patination and crisp detailing. Listed as No 34 in Mene's catalogue. Fondly termed ' The Good Companions ) it is one of the best loved of Mene's works.
Please not the black plinth shown in the last photo is a special display plinth but would be available if required.
The Country House Gallery has dated this piece to the 1860s.
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