X. RAPHANEL, YOUNG CAVALIER GILT BRONZE SCULPTURE

Xavier Raphanel (French, 1876-1957). Untitled - Young Cavalier with a Sword, gilt bronze, bone, and carved wood sculpture, signed and inscribed, No 97, and H-Mazet-Eait, Paris to lower back of draped fabric.

Provenance: The Collection of Diana McCluskey, Tampa, FL; acquired from Richard D. Hatch & Associates, Flat Rock, NC, September 24, 2016, Lot 1.

Approximate dimensions: h. 14", w. 5.5", d. 6.25".
Condition: Dryness cracks to wood and bone, glue residue to neck, right hand, and around sword handle -- seen under uv light. Pleasing oxidation to gilt bronze patina.