A beautiful and high quality French 19th century patinated bronze statue named "Le Travail guide La Fortune", signed Marioton. sc. The bronze is raised by a circular base with fine wrap around foliate etchings and a central plaque where "... — Read More

A beautiful and high quality French 19th century patinated bronze statue named "Le Travail guide La Fortune", signed Marioton. sc. The bronze is raised by a circular base with fine wrap around foliate etchings and a central plaque where " Le Travail guide La Fortune" is inscribed. Above, a handsome man is standing with his right hand outstretched while his left hand is leaning on a hammer. A beautiful woman stands behind him on a rock while draped in wonderfully executed flowing garments while holding a striking cornucopia. Fine attention to details throughout. — Read Less