Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse (1824-1887): Quatre putti s'amusant, bronze doré sur socle en marbre vert de mer

H 59,5 - 52,5 cm (with and without base)

This French gilt bronze group of bacchic putti cast by Raingo Frères from the model by Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, last quarter of the 19th C.

The sculpture marked 'Unisfrance' and with the numbers '36', '12' and '10370'.

Ref.:

- Christie's, London, Sept. 22, 2011, lot 56, for a similar group. (sold GBP 6.875, link).

Condition: (UV-checked)

- In good condition, with superficial wear and the vine loose.

- Marble base with some minor chips and a small restoration.