Figurine - A Pair of French Gilded Spelter (Régule)...

Pair of gilt spelter figures "Improvisateur" and "Prisonnière", after Ernest Justin Ferrand (1846-1932), on onyx bases, France, c. 1900, 36 cm A pair of French gilt spelter (zinc alloy) figures after Ernest Justin Ferrand (1846-1932), around 1900. One is a young flute player titled "Improvisateur". The other is a young woman holding a small bird, titled "Prisonnière". Each figure stands on a naturalistic rocky base on a round onyx plinth with a rocaille-scroll gilt metal foot. Each base has an applied plaque with the title and "par Ferrand". Each measures 36 x 13 x 12 cm. There are 2 objects. Condition: the gilding shows wear and rubbing, with darker areas and dirt in the recesses, mainly on the legs, the bases and the scroll feet. The onyx plinths have natural veining and some discolouration. The plaques are worn and lightly tarnished. Please see the photos.

Schätzpreis:250€

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