This unusual bronze sculpture of a crowing rooster on a basket is signed by the French sculptor Auguste Caïn (1821-1894). His large scale works can be seen in Paris at the Luxembourg and Tuileries gardens. Originally designed to hold match sticks.
Condition and patina consistent with age.
Approx. overall 4" diameter x 7" high
Approx. overall 10cm diameter x 18cm high
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