Deer Hunting - Pierre-jules Mêne (1810-1879).

Pierre-Jules Mêne, born in 1810 and died in 1879, was a renowned French sculptor of the 19th century. His exceptional artistic career is marked by his undeniable talent for creating bronze animal sculptures. Mêne was particularly renowned for his ability to capture the life and movement of animals in his works. His sculptures, often small, depicted a variety of animals, including horses, dogs, deer and birds. His mastery of animal anatomy and attention to detail was extraordinary, allowing him to create pieces of great realism. His sculptures were highly prized by collectors and art lovers of the time. Mêne contributed significantly to animal art in France and left a lasting legacy in the world of sculpture. His works continue to be sought after by collectors and are exhibited in numerous museums and art galleries around the world. Pierre-Jules Mêne remains an emblematic figure of 19th-century animal sculpture, and his work continues to inspire and impress contemporary art lovers.