EUGENE LAURENT, CLASSICAL WOMAN WITH LYRE BRONZE

Eugene Laurent (French, 1832-1898). 'La Music' / 'Allegory of Music', dark patinated bronze sculpture raised on slate and gilt and black painted wood oval plinth, signed 'Laurent' to top of bench.

Provenance: The Collection of Diana McCluskey, Tampa, FL; acquired from Fontaine's Auction Gallery, September 25, 2022, Lot 594.

Approximate dimensions: h. 17", w. 20", d. 9.5".
Condition: Sculpture, foot, front leg on bench, and urn handle are slightly loose, stable repairs to marble, scattered gilt loss, and small chips to wood base.