
Majestic Bronze Lion vs Crocodile Statue by Delabrierre – Wildlife Showdown on Marble Base
Condition: This sculpture is in perfect conditionBronze Dimensions with Marble Base:10" X 16"Marble Dimensions:14" X 7"Height without base:9"Weight:20 LBSInventory:7472K15647Original or Reproduction: Reproduction Alfred Dubucand Delabrierre was an exceptional sculptor whose life remains shrouded in mystery, with little recorded about him beyond his remarkable body of work. Born in Paris on March 29, 1829, and passing away in 1912, Delabrierre dedicated his life to the art of animal sculpture. Initially studying painting under Delestre, he quickly shifted his focus to sculpting animals and debuted at the Salon of 1848 with notable pieces such as Terrier Holding a Hare and Wounded Deer. Over his prolific career, Delabrierre showcased a vast array of animal studies at the Salon until 1882, ranging from domestic creatures like hunting dogs to exotic species, each rendered with an unmatched spirit of realism. His mastery of the Animalier school is evident in his depictions of lions, tig