Sculptor - Pierre Jules Mene
Title - Chien Ratier
Sand Cast Bronze
Atelier Pierre Jules Mene
Circa 1846
5 1/5" height by 4 3/4" length
(13 cm by 12 cm)
Mene modeled many of the popular dogs of his day and this sculpture of a miniature Terrier is one of his more obscure works. He has managed to capture the essence of this feisty breed in the bronze. The dog is in a playful pose and this is a charming piece which would be a classic addition to any collection of the artist's work. The Terrier is standing on an oriental rug and the pattern can be seen on the base of the sculpture. This is a model that is seldom encountered. It is finished in a brown patina.
This bronze is illustrated in the following books:
Animals in Bronze by Christopher Payne, pg. 234.
Les Animaliers by Jane Horswell, pg. 136.
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