Sculptor - Georges Gardet
Title - Borzoi and Whippet
Sand Cast Bronze
F. Barbedienne Fondeur
Circa 1880
11 1/2" height by 19" length
(28.5 cm by 48 cm)
It is easy to see the influence of Emmanuel Fremiet, Gardet's teacher in many of his early works. This portrait of two sight hounds is a very sensitive bronze. You can feel the tranquility and peace in this sculpture. Unlike the violent works of other artist, Gardet presents the world through different eyes. This large bronze was cast by Ferdinand Barbedienne in his foundry and is finished in a rich brown patina.
This sculpture is illustrated in the following books:
Les Animaliers by Jane Horswell, pg. 266
The Animaliers by James Mackay, pg. 67
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