after JEAN DIDIER DEBUT (French 1824-1893) A SCULPTURE, "Porteur d'Eau Tunisien," 19TH/20TH CENTURY, bronze with dark brown patina, inscribed, "Debut," on the ground at base, with the foundry mark, "BRONZE GARANTI AU TITRE," with a cast bronze plaque at front marked, "PORTEUR D'EAU TUNISIEN / PAR DEBUT / 1ER PRIX DE ROME." Height: 25" Width: 10" Depth: 10" Provenance: Collection of Ana Marentez, The Woodlands, Texas.

There is dust and some rubbing on the surface. The patination is separating in areas - especially on the left front shin and on the inside of the right arm. The figure is slightly loose on the base. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."