Antoine-Louis Barye Bronze Bas-Relief of the ‘Panther Walking’ 1831’

Beautifully detailed and textured patinated sand cast bronze of Barye’s ‘Panthère’ set into its original polished black slate plaque. This is a very fine example of Barye’s work using new methods of chiselling and patination which created surfaces which were lustrous and alive. The finish on this work reflects his personal obsession with and dedication to perfectionism. Extremely clear, crisp and finely detailed representation of the of the subject – even the panther’s whiskers are detailed. Deep brown patina with reddish hues, with some hints of verdigris. The original, finely machined bronze mounting ring is attached to the back of the slate plaque.

Signed: ‘Barye 1831’ (stamped to the front). Barye conceived and originally presented this piece to the 1831 ‘ Salon’. The first edition was cast in 1845. (pg 267, Pivar)
This piece is included in the 1865 ‘Catalogue des Bronzes de A. – L. Barye’, which detailed 230 examples of Barye’s own works being offered for sale at the ‘Exposition Universelle’, Paris; p 267 Pivar, no. 150.

Condition: Exceptionally good, well-preserved original condition. A few small frets to reverse underside of slate plaque

Dimensions:
Bronze : 5.5 w x 3 inches h (141w x 76 h mm)
With surround: 6 5/8 w x 4.25 inches h (170 w x 110 h mm)
Weight:894g

Examples of this model are held by the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Walters Art Gallery and the Philadelphia Museum of Art.
Reference: The Barye Bronzes: A Catalogue Raisonne - Stuart Pivar p 246, plate R11, Ref: B150, ‘foundry’ Heillbroner.

This piece is part of an estate collection acquired in 1968 in Lausanne, Switzerland – most of which will soon be available in the shop. Preferred method of payment by bank transfer.