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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse — Faun Abducting a Nymph; Triton and Bacchante
Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse

Faun Abducting a Nymph; Triton and Bacchante

This terracotta sculpture by Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse depicts a dynamic mythological scene featuring a faun abducting a nymph alongside a triton and bacchante in high relief. The work exemplifies the 19th century academic tradition of classical subject matter rendered with naturalistic detail and dramatic movement. The pieces are mounted on ebonized wood circular swivel bases, allowing for viewing from multiple angles and enhancing the sculptural composition's spatial presence.

Medium
terracotta, on ebonized wood circular swivel bases

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The Vision of Aso O. Tavitian | Master Paintings & Sculpture

February 7, 2025

Estimate: $60,000$80,000

Lot 1033

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Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse, Faun Abducting a Nymph; Triton and Bacchante

This terracotta sculpture by Albert-Ernest Carrier-Belleuse depicts a dynamic mythological scene featuring a faun abducting a nymph alongside a triton and bacchante in high relief. The work exemplifies the 19th century academic tradition of classical subject matter rendered with naturalistic detail and dramatic movement. The pieces are mounted on ebonized wood circular swivel bases, allowing for viewing from multiple angles and enhancing the sculptural composition's spatial presence.

Medium
terracotta, on ebonized wood circular swivel bases
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Academic Art, Bronze Sculpture, 19th Century, Romantic Aesthetic, French Artist, Sensual Mood, Mythological Subject Matter, Classical Mythology, Relief Sculpture, Neoclassicism

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Collected by

Cleveland Museum of Art