31st Mar, 2022 9:30
After Hippolyte François Moreau (French, 1832-1927), a lost wax cast bronze figure of a country maiden with a posy of flowers in her hand and a lute at her hip with rich "nut-brown" patina. Bearing the cast incised artists signature to the naturalistic circular base. 17 cm wide x 50 cm overall height
Private collection
Artist Hippolyte Francois Moreau was a classically trained French sculptor born in 1832. He initially worked under his father and world-famous sculptor, Jean-Baptiste Moreau, before moving to Paris to work and study under François Jouffroy. From 1863 to 1914, artist Hippolyte
Sold for £650
Condition Report
Good order
After Hippolyte François Moreau (French, 1832-1927), a lost wax cast bronze figure of a country maiden with a posy of flowers in her hand and a lute at her hip with rich "nut-brown" patina. Bearing the cast incised artists signature to the naturalistic circular base. 17 cm wide x 50 cm overall height
ProvenancePrivate collection
