PATINA BRONZE SCULPTURE "MEDITATION" BY EUGENE MARIOTON (1854-1933)

A bronze sculpture with a golden-brown patina depicting an allegory of Meditation, portrayed as a young woman in classical dress, holding a book. She is shown standing on a rocky terrace, her head veiled and her legs crossed. Beside her lies a pile of books. In this bronze, Marioton presents the image of meditation, and all the classic elements of this figure are present: the woman's age, the classical drapery, the bare breast, the face with its regular features, calm yet focused, and the book, a symbol of knowledge. The bronze is titled on the base: "MEDITATION". Signed: "Eug. Marioton". 19th century, circa 1880. Dimensions: W: 20cm, D: 15cm, H: 55cm. In very good overall condition, with slight stains and wear consistent with age on the bronze. Beautiful patina with golden highlights.