Important Bronze Group, Bacchanal Music And Dance, Schoenewerk And Delafontaine, 19th Century

Magnificent large group in patinated bronze representing a bacchanal with music and dance. Work by Pierre-Alexandre Schoenewerk (1820-1885) and cast by Auguste Maximilien Delafontaine. This bronze sculpture is of incredible quality and finesse of execution. A bacchante on the tambourine seems to lead the scene, Bacchus supporting her with a drink in his hand and the putti dancing and playing cymbals. Very beautiful expression of the protagonists. Gilt bronze base chiseled with laurel leaves. The brown and golden patinas are original. Schoenewerk and Delafontaine signature on the terrace. Napoleon III period around 1860. We are in the presence of a true work of art, very decorative and of good quality. Heavy weight between 30 and 40 kg. Delivery in wooden crate on pallet by carrier in the DRC to your home, 150 euros in France, 300 euros in the EU and 1000 euros rest of the world. Pierre Alexandre Schoenwerk (1820-1885): Protected and encouraged by Princess Mathilde, he enjoyed great success under the Second Empire before sinking into madness and killing himself. A student of David d'Angers, he remained very influenced by Italy and classical antiquities and produced numerous busts and statues, contributing to the decoration of the Louvre, the Tuileries, the Hôtel de Ville, and the Opera. .... Bibliography: Bronzes of the 19th century by Pierre Kjellberg, Editions de l'Amateur