Late 19th century, manner of John Jacques Pradier (French, 1790-1852), unsigned, representing Erato or Sappho with reclined with laurel crown and playing a lyre, together with a marble terrace.

bronze 9 3/4 x 11 1/2 x 5 1/4 in. (including marble)

Private Collection, Rocky Mount, North Carolina

Minor rubbing to patina, overall a nice casting in good condition; marble base with some chipping to edges and surface scratches.