Milo Martin (1893-1970) - Le Taureau
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Milo Martin (1893-1970) presents Le Taureau, a monumental bronze sculpture with a blue patina and gold highlights on a black marble base, 42.25 cm high, 15 cm wide, weighs 13 g, signed, dated 1935, in the Art Deco style and of Swiss origin.
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MILO MARTIN (1893-1970) – "LE TAUREAU" – Monumental Bronze Sculpture (42.25 cm)
Bluish Patina & Gold Highlights – Olympic Medalist – Gallery Condition
THE WORK OF POWER OF A SWISS MASTER
This masterful sculpture captures the strength and nobility of the modernist animal art of the 20th century. Created by Milo MARTIN, one of the most illustrious Swiss sculptors of his generation, this work seizes the raw essence and the prominent musculature of the bull in a line of absolute elegance.
AN ARTIST WITH AN OLYMPIC TRACK RECORD:
Milo Martin is not only a talented sculptor, he is an institutional figure of European art.
Winner of the silver medal at the artistic competitions of the Amsterdam Olympic Games in 1928 (sculpture category).
His works are kept in the greatest public collections, notably at the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts of Lausanne.
TECHNICAL DETAILS & EXCEPTIONAL FINISHES:
Rare Patina: The bronze bears a subtle deep bluish patina, a rare and highly sought-after casting finish that catches light in a unique way.
Gold Highlights: The horns and the tail show a contrasting gilding, underscoring the animal's power attributes.
Support: Rests on a substantial black marble plinth that establishes the piece's presence.
Signature: Signed in relief on a leg of the animal ("Milo").
Dimensions: Total length 42.25 cm. A piece of grand scale for a strong visual presence.
CONDITION:
Condition: Exceptional. The patina is original, homogeneous and perfectly preserved. The marble plinth is intact. No restoration, piece ready to join a high-level collection.
MILO MARTIN (1893-1970) – "LE TAUREAU" – Monumental Bronze Sculpture (42.25 cm)
Bluish Patina & Gold Highlights – Olympic Medalist – Gallery Condition
THE WORK OF POWER OF A SWISS MASTER
This masterful sculpture captures the strength and nobility of the modernist animal art of the 20th century. Created by Milo MARTIN, one of the most illustrious Swiss sculptors of his generation, this work seizes the raw essence and the prominent musculature of the bull in a line of absolute elegance.
AN ARTIST WITH AN OLYMPIC TRACK RECORD:
Milo Martin is not only a talented sculptor, he is an institutional figure of European art.
Winner of the silver medal at the artistic competitions of the Amsterdam Olympic Games in 1928 (sculpture category).
His works are kept in the greatest public collections, notably at the Cantonal Museum of Fine Arts of Lausanne.
TECHNICAL DETAILS & EXCEPTIONAL FINISHES:
Rare Patina: The bronze bears a subtle deep bluish patina, a rare and highly sought-after casting finish that catches light in a unique way.
Gold Highlights: The horns and the tail show a contrasting gilding, underscoring the animal's power attributes.
Support: Rests on a substantial black marble plinth that establishes the piece's presence.
Signature: Signed in relief on a leg of the animal ("Milo").
Dimensions: Total length 42.25 cm. A piece of grand scale for a strong visual presence.
CONDITION:
Condition: Exceptional. The patina is original, homogeneous and perfectly preserved. The marble plinth is intact. No restoration, piece ready to join a high-level collection.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Manufacturer/brand
Milo Martin (1893-1970)
Bronze type
Bronze with a double patina (bluish and gilded with fine gold for the details) on a black marble
Country of Origin
Switzerland
Style
Art Deco
Material
Bronze
Artist
Milo Martin (1893-1970)
Title of artwork
Le Taureau
Signature
Signed
Year
1935
Condition
Excellent condition
Height
42.25 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
0 cm
Weight
13 g
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