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A Very Fine French 19th Century Patinated Bronze Group of a Foreign Legion Soldier "Blandan", by Jean Gautherin (1840-1890). Inscribed BLANDAN on front of base, and on right side, Jean Gautherin, Hors Concours ("outside the competition"). Circa: 1880

Jean Gautherin was born in the Village of Ouroux. He is best known for his statue of Diderot in the Place Saint-Germain-des-Pres, Paris.

Height: 31 1/2 inches (80 cm)
Base Width: 11 inches (28 cm)
Base Depth: 11 inches (28 cm)

Ref.: A1440

 

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