SPECTACULAR ELEPHANT BY IRENEE ROCHARD ART DECO BRONZE 1930 GREEN PATINA BLACK MARBLE M813 This elephant is signed Irénée Rochard, it is in bronze, we guarantee its age and authenticity. It is typical Art Deco, 1930s, it is geometric, powerful and spectacular in its size and volume. It is very stylized with important chasing times. Irénée Félix René Rochard, born January 16, 1906 in Villefranche-sur-Saône and died March 29, 1984 in Paris, in the 15 arrondissement, is a French ornamental sculptor known for his representations of animals in the Art Nouveau style. Mostly working in bronze, he creates many figurines in marble, ceramic or wood. Rochard is fascinated by animals and creates sculptures inspired by his meticulous observation. Born in 1906 in Villefranche-sur-Saône into a family of artists, he studied at the National School of Fine Arts in Paris where he met Francois Pompon and Edouard Marcel Sandoz. In 1938, he became a member of the Society of French Artists, winning a gold medal at the 1931 Colonial Exhibition. Many of his works were acquired by the Council of the City of Paris and the city of New York. Rochard died in 1984 in Paris. The tusks were carved by hand. The black marble is original, it is a marble that is regularly found in the decorative arts. It bears the annotation "Bronze" under one leg, and the Rochard signature at the tip on the marble, the quality is there. You will notice that the base is particular, in fact, it is thinner at the bottom and thickens towards the front of the elephant. For the condition, note friction and patina wear on the sides, legs, trunk, a scratch on one side, all visible in the photos. We report on the marble base two corners with small gaps, stains and friction. This sculpture remains in a good general state of conservation. It weighs a significant weight of 27.10 kilograms. Our many photos allow you to appreciate the quality of the object. For the state thank you for detailing the photos. Feel free to zoom. The photos are an integral part of the description. Dimensions: Max height: 42 cm Max length: 65.5 cm Max width: 26 cm Sculpture: Height: 35 cm Length: 66 cm Width: 17.5 cm P: 921824 I remain at your disposal for any questions.