French Bronze Gladiator Sculpture After Emile Louis Picault

Antique French bronze gladiator sculpture. Masterfully crafted in an ancestral style, this gladiator warrior is sure to make an impression built to endure the ages. In the style of after Emile Picault. Subject model of a standing gladiator warrior who is holding a chained mace in bare feet. Made from cast bronze the casting is beautiful, especially to his torso muscle definition, facial hair, veins in his hands and arm and his hat which creates an impression of flowing movement. Signed on the base E Picault. Highly collectible due to the sporting subject matter. Mounted on a built in rectangle base. Visual fine craftsmanship, exceptional modelled design which is totally magnificent. Émile Louis Picault (French: [emil lwi piko]; 24 August 1833 – 24 August 1915) was a celebrated orientalist French sculptor, best known for works depicting allegorical and patriotic subjects, and mythological heroes. Picault was a very prolific artist, producing sculptures in abundance—over 500 models in total—during his long sculpting career. He began to show his artwork at the Salon beginning in 1863. He signed the majority of his work as "E. Picault. Picault's work can be seen in museums in the following cities: Chambéry (Le Semeur d'idées, 45cm). Clermont-Ferrand (Hébé, 93cm) Maubeuge (Le devoir, Honor patria, 45cm) Troyes (La famille, joies et peines) References Kjellberg, Peter (1994). Bronzes of the 19th Century. Atglen, Pennsylvania: Schiffer Publishing, Ltd. p. 542. Isbn 0-88740-629-7. So collectible & highly sought after by collectors. We offer our clients exceptional professional customer service. Viewings are welcome by appointment only for customer support please send a message thank you. Browse our other exciting Fine Art, antiques & collectibles available in our shop gallery.