Important Bronze "Le Chanteur Florentin" signed P. Dubois – 1865

Elegant and full of life, this brown-patinated bronze sculpture, signed "P. Dubois, 1865," embodies the finest craftsmanship of 19th-century France.
The young musician, depicted in a supple and natural pose, suggests the gentle movement of the melody he plays. The refinement of the modelling, the precision of the drapery and the expressiveness of the singing face all attest to the exceptional talent of Paul Dubois, a master of academic and poetic sculpture.
Published by the prestigious house of F. Barbedienne, this bronze bears the foundry cachet as well as the inscription "Réduction Mécanique A. Collas Breveté," a guarantee of a faithful and meticulous reproduction of the original model. The quality of the casting, the depth of the patina and the delicacy of the details — from the curls of the hair to the strings of the mandolin — make this a rare collector's piece, highly sought after by connoisseurs of French sculpture.
As much a decorative object as a historical one, this Mandolin Player brings a warm and refined presence to any interior. It appeals to discerning collectors and lovers of Romantic art alike, drawn to the poetry of gesture and the virtuosity of the great 19th-century founders.

Paul Dubois (1829–1905) was a major French sculptor of the 19th century, admired for the classical elegance and refined sensitivity of his work. Trained at the École des Beaux-Arts and profoundly influenced by a stay in Rome, he developed a style inspired by the Florentine Renaissance, combining naturalism with purity of line. Brought to prominence at the Salon with Le Chanteur florentin in 1865, he became an institutional figure, notably serving as director of the École des Beaux-Arts. His work, distinguished by an exceptional fineness of modelling, ranks among the essential references of French sculpture.



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Period: Second half of the 19th century

Very good condition.

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Dimensions:
Width: 25 cm
Depth: 17 cm
Height: 62 cm

Reference 532V