Antoine-Louis Barye (1795–1875). Theseus Fighting the Minotaur (second version)

Antoine-Louis Barye (1795–1875) Theseus Fighting the Minotaur (second version) Produced by Barbedienne beginning in 1877 Bronze with a brown-green patina Signed “BARYE” Bears the foundry mark “F. BARBEDIENNE. FONDEUR. PARIS” H. 45 cm, base W. 29 x D. 16 cm Some wear to the patina Created for the 1843 Salon, the group sculpture of Theseus Fighting the Minotaur was ultimately presented at the 1851 World’s Fair (and acquired by the Victoria and Albert Museum in London). Well-received

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H 45 × B 29 × D 16 cm