Sculptor - Antoine Louis Barye
Title - Cerf Debout
Sand Cast Bronze
Susse Freres Foundry
Circa 1850s
20 1/4" height by 21" length
(51.5 cm by 53.4 cm)
This fine large model of a Stag Calling was first sculpted in 1829 and was cast exclusively by the Susse Freres foundry. The proud Stag prances with his head back as he calls. Stags are often seen as a symbol of royalty and this Stag is a majestic animal. With a large rack of antlers, this Stag is in the prime of his life and shows his ability in his confident stance and manner.
The bronze is one of the larger sizes cast of this model. He is an impressive sculpture done by Susse Freres, one of the finest French foundries of the 19th century. The bronze has sharp details, you can see all the shaggy fur of the Stag, and it is finished in a rich dark brown patina.
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