"Bronze Duck And Ducklings Signed J. Moigniez."
Duck and ducklings in a lake setting Bronze sculpture representing a duck with its wings spread, its head turned backwards. Two ducklings enliven the scene: one sails peacefully on the water, while the other plays among the plants. The whole rests on a worked pedestal. Materials: Bronze with medal patina. Signed on the terrace: J. Moigniez. Dimensions: 14 x 14 cm. Sold with certificate of authenticity. Guaranteed original and period. * Shipping costs on estimate This work by Jules Moigniez (1835–1894), a renowned animal sculptor of the 19th century, illustrates his talent for capturing movement and animal life with remarkable precision. The choice of a duck and its young in a lake environment reflects the naturalist aesthetic dear to animal artists of this period, while highlighting the poetry of nature scenes.