Isidore-Jules Bonheur

French, 1827 - 1901

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The sculpture depicts a muscular bull standing with its head turned slightly, appearing alert and powerful. It is made of bronze, with a rich brown color and detailed texture showing the bull's fur and horns. The bull is positioned on an oval base with an inscription that reads "BONHEUR."
Isidore-Jules Bonheur, Standing Angus Bull, model second half 19th century, bronze, Collection of Mr. and Mrs. Paul Mellon, 2006.128.3

Standing Angus Bull

Isidore-Jules Bonheur · model second half 19th century · bronze ·  Accession ID  2006.128.3