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Antoine-Louis Barye and Barbedienne

Owl

Original model n.d., first edition c. 1870; this cast 1876-1909

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Owl

Original model n.d., first edition c. 1870; this cast 1876-1909

Physical Qualities Bronze, gold-brown patina, 3-3/16 H x 6-1/4 W x 2 D in.
Credit Line The George A. Lucas Collection, purchased with funds from the State of Maryland, Laurence and Stella Bendann Fund, and contributions from individuals, foundations, and corporations throughout the Baltimore community
Object Number 1996.46.67
The Baltimore Museum of Art by purchase, 1996; from Maryland Institute, College of Art, Baltimore, by gift 1910; from Henry Walters, Baltimore, by bequest 1909; from George Aloysius Lucas, Paris
The J.B. Speed Art Museum, Louisville, KY, November 12-December 27, 1970.

Inscribed: Signed on base: 'F. BARBEDIENNE.FONDEUR'. Bottom of base in black ink: 'BARYE'. Detached label (in envelope): L.66.7.53.

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