Edmond Lévêque French (1814 - 1875) - Sculpture, Two figures, Rolando & Gil Blas - 45 cm - bronze colored white metal

Antique figures by Edmond Lévêque French | 1814 - 1875 signed Miroy Freres\r
Pair of 19th century figures; signed "Miroy Freres"\r
Probably in bronze colored white metal. \r
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Vintage condition see photos carefully 1 statue sealed after repair missing details\r
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Queen Victoria was first introduced to work of the Miroy Brothers at the Paris Exhibition of 1855 and later works by them adorned the gardens of Osborne House\r
A similar example to these figures can be found in 'Great Exhibitions 1851-1900' by Jonathan Meyer page 188, plate E43. \r
The Miroy Freres (Brothers) was a family business spanning a couple of generations and worked in Paris for many years, known particularly for their bronzes & clocks. \r
Ernest & Victor opened a shop in London after success at the London Exhibition in 1851, carrying on the tradition of producing wonderful bronzes and clocks. \r