After Irénée Rochard - Figure - Elephant group - Bronze
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Bronze Elephant Group in Art Deco style, 8 x 15 x 8 cm, weighing 625 g, made in France, dating to 1970–1980, depicting a mother elephant with her calf on a variegated marble base in excellent condition.
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Art Deco Bronze Elephant Group on Marble Base – after Irénée Rochard.
A highly decorative and emotionally engaging Art Deco bronze sculpture depicting a mother elephant with her calf, executed in a warm, nuanced patinated bronze and mounted on an elegant variegated marble base. A great example of 1930s French antiques.
This piece clearly reflects the influence of the French animalier tradition and is stylistically attributed “after” Irénée Rochard (1906–1984), one of the most celebrated sculptors known for his refined and naturalistic animal studies during the early 20th century.
The composition captures a tender moment of movement and protection, with the adult elephant leading while the calf follows closely — a theme that strongly resonated within French Art Deco decorative arts of the 1920s–1930s, where exotic animals symbolized both elegance and modernity.
The sculpture is mounted on a solid marble base, whose natural veining provides a refined contrast to the warm bronze tones — a hallmark of higher-quality decorative pieces from the period.
Dimensions & Weight
8 x 15 x 8 cm (h x w x d)
Weight: 625 g
Condition; In excellent vintage condition
No cracks or structural issues. Some minimal wear on the marble base.
Beautiful, untouched patina
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Art Deco Bronze Elephant Group on Marble Base – after Irénée Rochard.
A highly decorative and emotionally engaging Art Deco bronze sculpture depicting a mother elephant with her calf, executed in a warm, nuanced patinated bronze and mounted on an elegant variegated marble base. A great example of 1930s French antiques.
This piece clearly reflects the influence of the French animalier tradition and is stylistically attributed “after” Irénée Rochard (1906–1984), one of the most celebrated sculptors known for his refined and naturalistic animal studies during the early 20th century.
The composition captures a tender moment of movement and protection, with the adult elephant leading while the calf follows closely — a theme that strongly resonated within French Art Deco decorative arts of the 1920s–1930s, where exotic animals symbolized both elegance and modernity.
The sculpture is mounted on a solid marble base, whose natural veining provides a refined contrast to the warm bronze tones — a hallmark of higher-quality decorative pieces from the period.
Dimensions & Weight
8 x 15 x 8 cm (h x w x d)
Weight: 625 g
Condition; In excellent vintage condition
No cracks or structural issues. Some minimal wear on the marble base.
Beautiful, untouched patina
Seller's Story
We are a passionate team of skilled collectors dedicated to sourcing truly unique and rare vintage pieces. On Catawiki, we showcase only our finest finds. Carefully curated, lovingly selected, and offered with the lowest possible shipping rates as a service to our buyers.
Every item is professionally packed the very next day and shipped via registered mail for a safe and reliable delivery.
If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We are always happy to help.
Details
Era
1900-2000
Weight
625 g
Title
Elephant group
Country of origin
France
Designer/artist/maker
After Irénée Rochard
Material
Bronze
Condition
Excellent condition: barely used with minimal signs of wear
Height
8 cm
Width
15 cm
Depth
8 cm
Depiction/theme
Animals
Estimated period
1970-1980
