Aimé-Jules Dalou 1838-1902 "Paysan, mains sur les hanches" and "Paysan, remontant ses manches", two cire perdue patinated bronze models Paris, late 19th century

each signed Dalou with the Susse frères seal and inscribed Susse F^res E^dt. Paris cire perdue

Pierre Cadet, Susse Frères: 150 Years of Sculpture, 1837-1987, Paris, 1992, pp. 48-51 for the models 

Overall in good original condition, with the usual wear to the patina in places especially high reliefs consistent with handling and touching. Light scratches and dents consistent with age. Surface dirt to crevices. The department encourages interested parties to use our online e-catalogue's zoom function to enjoy magnified and alternate views of this lot.
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