Louis-Léon Cugnot (French, 1835-1894)

Louis-Léon Cugnot (French, 1835-1894)

19th Century

Corybante étouffant les cris de Jupiter enfant
bronze
titled on base, with plaque inscribed Cory Bante par Cugnot F. Grand Prix de Rome
Height 36 1/4 inches.

European Furniture & Decorative Arts
Height from foot of figure to top of shield is 36 1/4 inches. Height from foot of figure to tip of sword 37 inches. Height overall, including the base 37 inches.
In overall good and stable condition. The figure having surface scratches to his helmet and body, particularly to his back and legs. There is a faintly visible seam wrapping around his proper-right bicep. Having a mostly even patina with some uneven rubbing and wear to elbows, legs, and shield. Surface debris in crevices. Additional images available upon request.