An absolutely stunning bronze sculpture of a distinguished stag walking through the woods.

This piece is extremely lifelike and the craftsmanship and attention to detail are absolutely fantastic.

A truly special piece that will be the centre of attention wherever it is placed.

It is is a recast of an original and bears the replica signature of the renowned French sculptor Prosper Lecourtier.

 



Weight 4.2 kg

Height 33 cm



Width 22 cm



Depth 11 cm

 

 

Prosper Lecourtier (French, 1851 - 1924)

Lecourtier studied in Paris under Fremiet and Coutant. His work was abundant and devoted entirely to animals. He exhibited at the salon up until his death. Lecourtier also collaborated with Hippolyte Moreau to produce bronzes that bear both their signatures.



Sometimes called by the French name of 'cire perdue' or the Latin, 'cera perduta' is the process by which a bronze or brass is cast from an artist's sculpture.

In industrial uses, the modern process is called investment casting. An ancient practice, the process today varies from foundry to foundry, but the steps which are usually used in casting small bronze sculptures in a modern bronze foundry are generally quite standardised.