Ludwig van BEETHOVEN / Fine large bronze portrait bust ca 1890-1900

Description: Fine large bronze portrait bust, ca. 1890-1900 Author: [BEETHOVEN, Ludwig van 1770-1827]. Leroux, Gaston Veuvenot 1854-1942 Title: Fine large bronze portrait bust, ca. 1890-1900 Description: 25 x 17 x 10" (63.5 x 43.2 x 25.4 cms.) on a 1.2" (3 cms.) marble base.The composer is depicted wearing a coat with wide lapels and shirt with ruffles, his expression intense, the words "Symphonie Pastorale Heroique Sonates Fidelio" on the page of an open book resting on two small laurels at the foot of the rendering. With the signature of the artist "G. Leroux" impressed into the back of the bust, just below the right shoulder, and with small circular raised stamp of casting foundry and "FRANCE C."also to back. Polished bronze title plaque to base. Some minor wear and oxidation; base loose. In very good condition overall. Unlocated in the databases of either the Beethoven-Haus in Bonn, Germany, or the Ira F. Brilliant Center for Beethoven Studies at San Jose State University in San Jose, California. No examples found in the online census "French Sculpture 1500-1960 in North American Public Collections."Leroux, a student of François Jouffroy and C. Deloye, exhibited regularly at the Paris Salon. He was awarded an honorable mention in 1882 and 1883; a third class medal in 1885; a bronze medal at the Exposition Universelle in both 1889 and 1900; and the French Legion of Honor in 1908. Benezit (1966) 5, p. 382. Seller ID: 39390 Subject: Art & Photographs, New Arrivals J & J Lubrano Music Antiquarians The firm of J & J Lubrano Music Antiquarians, established in 1977 by John and Jude Lubrano, has come to be recognized as one of the leading international antiquarian dealers in the specialties of Music and Dance. Items handled by the company include autograph musical manuscripts and letters of composers; rare printed music; and rare books, prints, drawings, photographs, and memorabilia relating to music and dance dating from the 15th through the 21st centuries. The firm has issued over 90 catalogues and numerous lists over its 45 years in business. Terms All domestic orders ship within two business days by USPS Priority Mail. Expedited and international shipping are also available; please contact us for rates. We would be happy to combine shipping costs on orders of multiple items. All items are guaranteed to be authentic. Material may be returned within 30 days of receipt for a full refund provided that it is in the same condition as when sent and is packed, shipped, and insured as received.This listing was created by Bibliopolis.

Price: 2530 USD

Location: Syosset, New York

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