Bronze Cuckoo by Rosa Bonheur, Late 19th Century

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This small bronze sculpture, titled "Cuckoo" and signed Rosa Bonheur, exudes the charm of a childhood scene captured in a … Read more This small bronze sculpture, titled "Cuckoo" and signed Rosa Bonheur, exudes the charm of a childhood scene captured in a fleeting moment: a young girl, confidently perched on her circular base, lifts a piece of fabric before her as if to hide, only to reappear in a playful, silent act of mischief. The modeling of her face, the soft curves of her cheeks, and the liveliness of her gaze suggest a vibrant innocence, while her textured hair subtly catches the light. The drapery seems animated by a slight movement, as if the child had just spontaneously pulled the fabric towards her. The deep patina envelops the whole with an intimate presence, giving this small figure an unexpected emotional depth. The work, both simple and refined, captures a suspended moment where playfulness becomes poetry, and where the bronze, though still, seems to breathe life.

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Period: Late 19th Century

Good Condition

Dimensions:
Width: 6 cm
Depth: 5 cm
Height: 13 cm
Weight: 0.5 kg See less