A bust of a mighty lady in a hat adorned with a magnificent plume.
A young girl turns her head towards the sound she hears. Her thick curls run down a wide, lacy collar topped with a huge bow. And the small neckline of the dress is decorated with a pearl necklace.
Right above the base there is a royal crown, which, together with the heraldic cartouche, refers to its aristocratic origin.
Signature: Rancoulet
Ernest Rancoulet (1870-1915) - French sculptor, active mainly in Bordeaux. He regularly exhibited his works at the Paris Salon. He specialized in figural sculpture, presenting figures from the world of sports and aristocratic society. Also known for portraying mythological creatures. He often created complementary pairs of figures which, juxtaposed with each other, formed into a corresponding interior decoration.
"color: # 000000;">France, 19th century
Bronze.
Dimensions: 65cm x 35cm x 22cm
Preservation condition: very good.
