Henri Plé (1853-1922): Vainqueur au Coq - Sculpture in patinated bronze - 19th century

Henri Plé (1853-1922) - Vainqueur au Coq - Sculpture in patinated bronze - 19th century

Description
Beautiful sculpture in bronze with brown patina, depicting a naked young man brandishing a rooster, by French sculptor Henri Plé (1853-1922).

This dynamic, expressive composition illustrates an allegorical subject typical of the late 19th century, often interpreted as an evocation of the Gallic rooster, a symbol of vigilance and national pride.

The figure, treated in a naturalist spirit, adopts an elegant, energetic posture, accentuated by precise modeling and beautiful anatomical tension.

The cast work is of the highest quality, with fine chasing highlighting the details of the rooster's plumage, muscular body and facial expressions.

The sculpture rests on a circular bronze base, bearing the signature "Henri Plé" and a cartouche on the front with the model's title.

Details
Artist: Henri Plé (1853-1922)
Period: late 19th century
Material: bronze
Patina: shaded brown
Subject : allegory / Gallic rooster
Signature: signed on the base
Dimensions
Height : 58 cm
Condition
Good condition.

Of note:

wear and variations in patina, particularly on the torso (visible in photos)
minor traces of use and micro-scratches
beautiful old patina preserved
No structural damage.

Strong points
Signed sculpture by a renowned artist
Emblematic and decorative subject
High quality modeling and casting
Interesting format (58 cm → presence without being cumbersome)
Authentic antique patina
About the artist
Henri Plé was a 19th-century French sculptor, a pupil of Jouffroy, known for his allegorical works and animal subjects, often published in bronze for a bourgeois, academic art-loving public.

Use
Ideal for :

classic or eclectic decor
desk, bookcase, console
collection of 19th century bronzes
Period: 19th century
Style : Napoleon III
Condition : Good
Material : Bronze
Height : 58 cm

Ref: DQBNDB6E77