A limited edition figural bronze art sculpture by Jean Lambert Rucki (French, 1888-1967). A posthumous bronze casting with black patina. Titled, "La Foule" ("The Crowd"). The work produced in Art Deco style depicting five Cubist inspired figures with abstract facial features. The plaster version, produced between 1923 and 1925, is illustrated in the book, "Jean Lambert-Ruchi," by Jacques De Vos, Marc-Andre Ruan, and Jean Pierre Tortil (Paris, 1988). Impressed signature and dated to base side J LAMBERT RUCKI 2006, with edition number and foundry name CANDIDE BRONZE D'ART PARIS 3 of 8 to perpendicular side. Presented on a rectangular black base. Accompanied by copy of French language Certificate of Authenticity from GALERIE JACQUE DE VOS (Paris), both dated 1993. Sculpture measures approximately 41" x 26" x 16". Base measures approximately 19" x 30" x 16". The combined total measurements including work with base is 60" tall.

Dimensions: 60 X 30 X 16 in.

Condition: Good overall condition having mild surface wear and patina. Base having mild to moderate surface wear with evidence of craquelure. Estate fresh to the market.

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