Christophe Fratin (1801–1864)
Christophe Fratin (1801–1864) The Dentist Bear Model created before 1850 Bronze with a light brown patina Stamped “FRATIN” H. 16 cm The model for this group, titled *The Dentist Bear*, was produced by Vittoz beginning in 1851 and later by Colin and Jollet between 1906 and 1923. Related work: -Christophe Fratin, *The Dentist Bear*, bronze, signed “FRATIN,” H. 12.7 x W. 11.3 x D. 9.1 cm, Paris, Louvre Museum, inv. RF 1958. Related literature: Michel Poletti, Alain Richarme, *Fratin: Decorative Objects & Romantic Sculptures*, Paris, Univers du Bronze, 2000, model listed under no. 48, p. 42.
Christophe Fratin (1801–1864) The Dentist Bear Model created before 1850 Bronze with a light brown patina Stamped “FRATIN” H. 16 cm The model for this group, titled *The Dentist Bear*, was produced by Vittoz beginning in 1851 and later by Colin and Jollet between 1906 and 1923. Related work: -Christophe Fratin, *The Dentist Bear*, bronze, signed “FRATIN,” H. 12.7 x W. 11.3 x D. 9.1 cm, Paris, Louvre Museum, inv. RF 1958. Related literature: Michel Poletti, Alain Richarme, *Fratin: Decorative Objects & Romantic Sculptures*, Paris, Univers du Bronze, 2000, model listed under no. 48, p. 42.
