Raoul Larche, "Le chant des sirènes"

Raoul Larche, "Le chant des sirènes"

Bronze
Date
circa 1895/1900
Size
in cm : 48 x 61 x 27,5
Collection
Art Nouveau
Condition
très bon
Inventory number
485
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Bronze with nuanced green patina, made using the lost-wax technique, marked "Susse Frères Edt Paris" in relief, engraved with "cire perdue" (lost wax) and signed "Raoul Larche".

 

"The Song of the Sirens" or "The Sirens" depict three sirens rescuing a sailor from the raging waves by placing him on a rock, or perhaps, on the contrary, attempting to drag him into the depths of the sea...

 

This is undoubtedly a rare edition produced by Susse Frères Paris, whereas Raoul Larche primarily worked with the foundry Siot-Decauville.

 

Naturally, one cannot help but think of his famous centerpiece from around 1894: "The Sea," of which a version is preserved at the Musée d'Orsay.