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Sculpture of ”Chien Braque” by Pierre Jules Mene - Chien Braque Suet no. 1 After Pierre-Jules Mêne French, 1810–1879 Copper electrotype; signed “P.J. MENE 1842” Copper electrotype sculpture of Chien Braque Suet no. 1 after Pierre-Jules Mêne, depicting a pointer standing on a naturalistic base. Signed “P.J. MENE 1842,” with handwritten inventory or foundry numerals “301” and “190” in black ink and “1900” in purple ink. Executed by the copper electrotype process, in which copper is deposited over a mold by electrolysis, allowing for precise reproduction of surface detail. The model preserves fine texturing throughout the base, collar, coat, and musculature. 8” H x 11 1/2” W x 4 1/2” D