French Bronze of a Man Jumping Rope

19th century, a patinated bronze nude is attached to the circular plinth only by a short section of "rope" giving a life-like fluidity to the casting. Base stamped "Courtet" and "Vor Thiebaut".

13 7/8 in.

Private Collection, Raleigh, NC

The "Vor Thiebaut" is the foundry mark for Victor Thiebaut who ran the family foundry 1851-1870.

No condition issues.

$500 - 1,000