VASE CARRYING, Henry É. Dumaige, France, 2nd half of 19th century
Full-body representation of a walking girl.
The young woman wasMr.shown in a transparent robe. Wet fabric clings to her slender body, emphasizing the girl's delicate shapes.
On her right shoulder rests a ceramic vase, with which she draws water from a spring. Holding it with both hands, she bows her head so that she can descend the stone path with extraordinary ease.
Description
Signature: H. Dumaige
Henry Etienne DumaigeMr. (1830-1888) - French sculptor, exhibiting his works at the French Salons from 1862. He enjoyed universal recognition, creating works referring to mythological and historical heroes.
France, 2nd half of the 19th century
Patinated bronze.
Dimensions 49cm (height) x 13.5cm (base diameter)
Condition: good, visible abrasions.