Bronze Arts Déco Susse Frères P. Sylvestre

  
Superb, sensual, and mysterious work whose themes come from Greek mythology: according to Homer, Zeus took the form of a swan to seduce Leda at night. The work is a great success as it brings out the enchanting and magical aspect of the beautiful woman enchanted by the enigmatic bird! The French sculptor was awarded the second grand prize as well as the Desprez prize, and then the first grand prize in Rome in 1912. He exhibited regularly from 1921 at the Salon of French Artists, where he received a gold medal in 1930. A non-competitive member of the Society of French Artists, he received an honorary diploma for the International Exhibition of Arts and Techniques of 1937 in Paris for his four steles adorning the facade of the Languedoc-Pyrénées pavilion. He was named a Knight of the Legion of Honor in 1906. The bronze sculpture has a raw character, full of vitality due to the plaster casting (inscription on the sculpture). The casting is light - with the exact amount of metal needed for molding - a guarantee of exceptional quality. It was made in the Susse Frères workshops (signature and stamp). The medal patina has a very beautiful appearance, giving a lot of authenticity to the piece. Dimensions: H 17 - L 39 - W 13 cm. You will receive what you see in the photos. Shipping worldwide - contact me for shipping outside the European Union.