Description:
Francois Auguste-Hippolyte Peyrol, Man Against Beast, Bronze Dore, C. 1895, (French, 1856-1929) signed 'H. Peyrll' on front bottom edge, depicting a male figure fighting a lion, on a red stone base.
François Auguste-Hippolyte Peyrol (Jr.) studied painting under his aunt, Rosa Bonheur, and sculpture under his uncle, Isidore Bonheur, as well as Tabard and Frenne. He first exhibited at the Paris Salon in 1880. He became a Chevalier de la Légion d'honneur in 1908.
Measurements: Height: without base 17 1/2 in. x Width: 11 in. x Depth: 6 in.
Condition:
Good condition, light surface scratches to base, minor wear to gold surface of sculpture.