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Reclining Doe and Deer

model before 1855

Antoine-Louis Barye

Associated Names

Antoine-Louis Barye

Sculptor, French, 1795 - 1875

The sculpture depicts two deer lying closely together, their necks and ears giving a sense of serenity and togetherness. The material seems to be bronze with a dark brown color and green patina. The size appears compact, suitable for a tabletop or mantel.

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Artwork overview

Medium

bronze
Credit Line

Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon
Dimensions

overall: 7 × 13.3 × 5.9 cm (2 3/4 × 5 1/4 × 2 5/16 in.)
Accession Number

1999.79.3

Artwork history & notes

Provenance

Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, Upperville, Virginia; bequest 1999 to NGA.

Associated Names

Anonymous

Inscriptions

on corner of base near doe: BARYE

Wikidata ID

Q63861617

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