FRANÇOIS-XAVIER LALANNE | "Singe Avisé (Grand)"

number 6 from an edition of 8

Overall in very good condition. This large ("grand") version of the model presents very impressively with a strong and dynamic sculptural presence when viewed firsthand. The bronze surfaces have been recently sensitively cleaned and waxed, and display a beautifully variegated patina ranging from russet brown to deep chocolate brown, which is richer when viewed firsthand compared to the catalogue illustration. Inherent in the execution, the bronze displays a subtle textural thatched surface, evoking the texture of the monkey's fur. The bronze surfaces with minor surface scratches and some occasional light scuffing throughout, not visually distracting, and with some occasional instances of very minor oxidation to the left arm and recessed contours of the design, consistent with age. An important and majestic sculpture by François-Xavier Lalanne, suitable for display both indoors or outdoors.
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