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Antoine Bofill Bronze of a Sea Man with Oars, French, circa 1900

Description
This larger than life gold gilded bronze of a sea man with oars will decorate any area and be a great conversation piece. The composition and casting detail are amazing. This is the largest of these models standing at 25 inches. En Avant" meaning forward! With a metal label reading: L'épave, Sauvons les! Un canot à la mer ou nous sommes des lâches, le mien si vous voulez, François Coppée. Translates: A wreck, Save them! A canoe to the sea or we are cowards, take me if you would, François Coppée. Signed: A. Bofill. AVANTIQUES is dedicated to providing an exclusive curated collection of Fine Arts, Paintings, Bronzes, Asian treasures, Art Glass and Antiques. Our inventory represents time-tested investment quality items with everlasting decorative beauty. We look forward to your business and appreciate any reasonable offers. All of our curated items are vetted and guaranteed authentic and as described. Avantiques only deals in original antiques and never reproductions. We stand behind our treasures with a full money back return if the items are not as described. Please also consider Avantique’s eclectic bronze collection including Barye, Barrias, Mene, Moigniez, Paillet, Paillard, Fratin, Picault, and Cain among others. We strive to collect the highest quality sculptures in exceptional condition.

Documentation:	Signed
Notes:	Signed: A. Bofill.
Origin:	France
Period:	1900-1919
Materials:	Bronze, Cast
Condition:	Good. Minor losses. Very good with loss of gilding throughout and signs of oxidation on oars.
Creation Date:	circa 1900
Styles / Movements:	Art Nouveau, Modern
Incollect Reference #:	634683