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Antoine Louis BARYE (1795-1875) important bronze representing the Lion with the Snake or Lion of the Tuileries
Late 19th century cast signed on the side.
Very fine chasing, many details, beautiful patina.
Excellent condition.
Dimensions: H 30 x W 38 x D 20 cm
Plaster model exhibited at the 1833 Salon.
Commissioned in 1833 and purchased by King
Louis - Philippe in 1836, then exhibited at the
1836 and placed in the Tuileries garden.
Entered the Louvre on March 28, 1911.
Ref: HLZ1RCV63T