"Terracotta Medallion Portrait Of "victor Hugo" In A Beautiful Gadrooned Frame Dated 1855"
Charming medallion in patinated terracotta dated 1855 representing the immense Poet Victor Hugo; this oval terracotta underlined by a cartouche at the base is a moving testimony of the "Great Man" who marked the 19th century with all his talent and his Humanity. This small patinated wooden frame with gadrooned edges is a vibrant tribute to his person and the Artist was able to transmit in this small portrait all his intense personality. A charming little Work to integrate with others, for a curiosity among others ... In good condition (label on the back, patinated cartouche on the front and trace of title on the left Hugo 1855, in full Napoleon III; who was not his Friend ....