Bidspirit auction | Adolph Alexander Weinman - Bronze

Adolph Alexander Weinman - Bronze Nude Sculpture - Bronze sculpture modeled after Adolph Alexander Weinman's iconic Descending Night, portraying a winged female figure in a flowing, graceful pose. The elegant composition reflects the refined lines and classical influence associated with the Art Nouveau and Beaux-Arts movements, featuring finely sculpted wings, flowing drapery-like hair, and a rich dark patina. The figure is mounted on a stepped circular base that complements the sculpture's balanced and dynamic form. Inspired by Weinman's renowned allegorical sculpture created for the 1915 Panama-Pacific International Exposition, this decorative bronze is well suited for display. Overall good condition with age-appropriate wear and patina. Please examine photographs carefully for condition details. 23” tall. Bio: Adolph Alexander Weinman (1870-1952) was a German-born American sculptor and medalist celebrated for his architectural sculptures, public monuments, and classic coin designs, including the Mercury dime and the Walking Liberty half dollar. A pupil of Augustus Saint-Gaudens, Weinman became one of the foremost sculptors of the American Beaux-Arts tradition during the early 20th century.