André Vincent Becquerel : Trois bronzes aux enchères
Focus on André-Vincent Becquerel (1893-1981), Master of Animal Sculpture
Discover three emblematic works where Becquerel captures the strength of the animal world with realism and dynamism.
🐟 Trout with Grasshopper
A bronze sculpture with a brown patina, where Becquerel delicately captures the graceful motion of a trout leaping toward a grasshopper. The naturalistic elegance of the modeling and the dynamic subject reflect the artist's exceptional craftsmanship.
- 🖋 Signed "Becquerel", old cast, circa 1940
- 🖋 Stamp of Susse Frères Éditeurs Paris
- 🖼 Marble base
- 📏 Dimensions: 23.5 x 39.3 x 9.5 cm
🐆 Walking Panther
Illustrating the power and suppleness of the feline in motion, this sculpture demonstrates a perfect mastery of naturalism. Becquerel captures striking elegance, where curves and tension intertwine to convey the essence of a panther in movement.
- 🖋 Signed on the base
- 📏 Dimensions: 28 x 66 x 16 cm
🐆 Panther on the Hunt
A scene of tension and concentration, where the animal is frozen in an instant of latent power. Cast by Susse Frères using the lost wax method, this sculpture stands out for its refined modeling and subtle patina, highlighting the depth and grace of the feline.
- 🖋 Signed on the base
- 🖋 Stamp of "Susse Frères Éditeur" on the back
- 🖋 Lost wax stamp under the rock
📍 Join us at Drouot
👀 Exhibition: Monday, March 10, from 11 AM to 6 PM
📅 Auction: Tuesday, March 11 at Drouot
👉 Follow the auction live on drouot.com if you cannot attend in person.
Three rare sculptures where André-Vincent Becquerel elevates the beauty of the animal kingdom with precision and vitality.
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