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Glory by Jules Bernaerts (Belgian, 1882 – 1957)

Creator: Jules Bernaerts
Offered by: 2220 Antiques

Description
Rare and striking, this bold, bronze allegorical sculpture is entitled "Glory" or "Gloire," and is a smaller version of a grand public sculpture -- the Monument des Fusiliers Marins Francais -- that was sculpted by Jules Bernaert in 1934 to pay tribute to the French riflemen in World War I who defended the Melle region. This figure is part of a larger stone and bronze monument located in Melle, northeast of Brussels near Ghent. The piece has a beautiful verdigris finish, and the Art Deco, stylized form of the female figure and her drapery catches the light beautifully. The sculpture is mounted on a square of marble in a lovely golden color. Note: the sword has been repaired.

More Information

Documentation:	Signed
Origin:	Belgium
Period:	1920-1949
Materials:	bronze, marble
Condition:	Good.
Styles / Movements:	Modern
Dealer Reference #:	3572
Incollect Reference #:	822753

Dimensions

W.	9.5 in;	H.	34.25 in;	D.	6.5 in;
W.	24.13 cm;	H.	87 cm;	D.	16.51 cm;

Message from Seller:

2220 Antiques is the latest merchant to locate to the recently opened 100,000 square foot Antique and Design Center “Showrooms 2220”, in Philadelphia, PA. The proprietor of 2220 Antiques is an international buyer, traveling extensively over the past thirty-five years cultivating a refined eye for good design