Antoine-Louis Barye
Hunting Dogs with Pheasant
1856
Physical Qualities
Bronze, 4-3/4 H x 9-3/4 L x 3-3/4 D in.
Credit Line
Bequest of Lucy Ridgely Seymer
Object Number
1972.92
A hound (braque) and a spaniel (épagneul) pointing to two pheasants. The hound is on the proper left, and slightly ahead of the spaniel that is on the proper right. Behind and between the two dogs is a large hollow stump. The pheasants are looking away from the dogs on the edge of the ground/base. Modeling and chasing are sharp and detailed. Base: oval ground with rim.
Bequest of Lucy Rigely Seymer
Inscribed: Signature: BARYE