Henri Pernot 1859-1937 La Belle Epoque Seated Boy Bronze C1900, 39cm, Signed.An elegant bronze sculpture, signed by Henri Pernot 1859-1937, Belgium artist and sculpture who moved to France and practiced in Paris, this being a typical circa 1900 bronze in the Belle Epoque era.A charming seated boy upon a bell, an innocent portrayal of a young boy, a popular subject and style of the period, an androgynous young boy with excellent detail and crisp features, a well cast bronze sculpture by an established and reputable artist, Henri Pernot whose bronze sculptures are exhibited in museums, including the Paris Musée d’Orsay.A collectible artist with many recorded sales, this being an enchanting example of delightful subject and crisp cast, highlighting gentle features and a timeworn patination which adds to its authenticity and character.Originally a bell, no internal strike to the bell. A fine table top sculpture of great charm and decorative appeal. A convincing, fine qualit...