French Empire Winged Psyche Bronze Sculpture. A French Empire Period gilt bronze sculpture of the Greek Goddess Psyche with butterfly wings (symbol of Spring), holding a wreath (symbol of victory), mounted on a circular plinth with acanthus leaf decoration. This sculpture is characterized by hard chasing & chiseling of the surface. In untouched condition, marked "Adolphe" in ink, verso. France, c. 1810. Dimensions: 10" H x 4 1/4" W x 4 1/4' D
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