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After Isidore Jules Bonheur (1827-1901), An Animalier Bronze Sculpture of a Tethered Pig - This cast bronze sculpture is an Animalier study of a tethered pig, executed after a known model by the French sculptor Isidore Jules Bonheur. The animal is portrayed with realistic anatomical precision, shown standing with its snout open as if vocalising. Its rear right leg is tied to a small, low stump by a short length of textured rope. The pig stands upon an integral, rectangular bronze base cast to simulate uneven, rocky terrain. The entire bronze is mounted on a separate, oval-shaped plinth made of polished black stone, likely granite or marble. The piece is finished with a deep brown patina. There are no visible artist signatures, foundry stamps, or edition numbers discernable from the provided images. Approximately 18 cm x 28 cm x 14 cm.