An imposing bronze group, with a nuanced brown patina, representing a tiger surprising an antelope, by the sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye (1795-1875), published by the art foundry Ferdinand Barbedienne.
The work evokes the most tragic moment of an animal fight, the moment when the predator devours its prey, which still defends itself in a last instinct for survival.
The majestic character of the animal is highlighted here; its muscles are powerful, taut from the effort that sustains the antelope.
Le XIXThe 19th century was the golden age of animal bronze.
The romantic movement, which rejected the order established by the Academy, found in animal representation an illustration of its revolt.
Antoine-Louis Barye, a sculptor specializing in the depiction of animal fights, is part of this movement.
The animal is elevated to the rank of subject and no longer relegated as a simple element of decor.
This vision of the subject allowed Antoine – Louis Barye to create unique works, imbued with elegance and naturalism.
Bronze group signed “BARYE” in relief, on the naturalistic terrace, on the back of the sculpture.
The foundry signature "F.BARBEDIENNE FONDEUR" is on the edge of the terrace, at the front of the group.
Old edition sculpture, second part of the period XIX th century.
Perfect state of conservation and patina.

Dimensions: 33 cm x 54 cm x 25 cm

An important bronze group, with a nuanced brown patina, depicting a tiger surprising an antelope, by the sculptor Antoine-Louis Barye (1795-1875), cast by the art foundry Ferdinand Barbedienne.
The work evokes the most tragic moment of an animal fight, that in which the predator devours its prey, which still defends itself in a final instinct for survival.
The majestic character of the animal is emphasized here, its muscles are powerful, taut with the effort that sustains the antelope.
The 19th century constitutes the golden age of animal bronze sculpture.
The Romantic movement, which rejected the order established by the Academy, found in animal representation an illustration of its rebellion.
Antoine-Louis Barye, a sculptor specializing in the depiction of animal combat, belongs to this movement.
The animal is elevated to the status of subject and no longer relegated to a mere decorative element.
This vision of the subject allowed Antoine-Louis Barye to create unique works, imbued with elegance and naturalism.
Bronze group signed “BARYE” in relief on the naturalistic base, on the back of the sculpture.
Foundry mark “F. BARBEDIENNE FONDEUR” on the edge of the base, at the front of the group.
Early edition sculpture, second half of the 19th century.
Perfect condition of preservation and patina.

Dimensions: 33 cm x 54 cm x 25 cm