Signed Serpent Charmer By Bourgeois Bronze Sculpture Marble Base Figurine

  

Signed Serpent Charmer by Bourgeois Bronze Sculpture Marble Base Figurine. This product listing was originally written in English. Please find below an automatic translation into French. If you have any questions, please contact us. This sculpture is in perfect condition.

Dimensions of the bronze with marble base: height 16" x width 6 1/2". Dimensions of the marble: Diameter 6. Height without base: 14.5.

A winner of the Prix de Rome in 1863, Bourgeois showcased his artistic talent that same year by creating and exhibiting the plaster version of "The Serpent Charmer." Recognizing its appeal, Emperor Napoleon III (reign from 1852 to 1870) commissioned a life-size bronze reproduction, which proudly stands today at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris. This particular sculpture offered is a reduction of the original, reflecting the widespread popularity of Bourgeois's work. "The Serpent Charmer" holds particular importance in the artistic field as it embodies the current debate within academic art, especially the influence of the classical ideal. At the time, artists sought to push the boundaries of this ideal by representing individuals from diverse backgrounds, including Africans and people of color.

Bourgeois's sculpture represents one such attempt to introduce diversity and cultural representation into the artistic narrative. The critical reception of this sculpture, as well as similar works, was a topic of discussion at the Salon of 1863. Critics, like de Rialle, recognized the departure from academic conventions and praised the introduction of ethnographic sculpture as a means to broaden the horizons of art. Acquiring this reduction of "The Serpent Charmer" offers the opportunity to appreciate Bourgeois's artistic vision and contribute to the dialogue around diversity and inclusivity in art.

Exhibiting this sculpture will not only testify to Bourgeois's talent but will also enrich your collection with a thought-provoking piece that transcends the boundaries of the classical ideal. Paste the link into a browser window.

At the time, artists sought to push the boundaries of this ideal by representing individuals from diverse backgrounds. Increase your sales abroad with WebInterpret's global listing solution.