Terracotta sculpture signed Charles Martial Baury 1868

Charles-Martial Baury, born in Paris in 1827, son of a porcelain manufacturer, made his debut at the 1848 Salon after studying with François Rude. He took part in the 1855 Universal Exhibition, exhibiting for the last time in 1868. Baury is known for his busts and statues, notably of personalities such as M. Faure and Mlle Lefèbvre. He died in Choisy-le-Roi in 1879. The only flaw is a broken fingertip, otherwise in perfect condition. Its terracotta twin is also available in perfect condition.