Bidspirit auction | AN AUGUSTE CAIN LARGE BRONZE

AN AUGUSTE CAIN LARGE BRONZE STATUE OF A SPHINX, 1900 - Auguste Cain, a large bronze statue of an eagle sitting on he head of a Sphinx. Mounted on a green marble base. Has a Susse Freres editeurs Paris signature on the back. Auguste Cain (1821-1894) was a French sculptor of the Animaliers school. He began exhibiting at the Paris Salon in 1846 and exhibited 38 models there throughout his career. Dimensions: H: 20 1/2 in., (52.1 cm.) Please make all inquiries before bidding. All lots are sold ”as-is”, refer to our T&C. Helios Auctions does not ship in-house. A list of recommended shippers will be provided. Condition: Very good, beautiful bronze patina. No scratches, or scuff marks. The bronze plinth has a tiny chip on the left side.