Pair of bear and monkey tree sculptures

A pair of patinated bronze sculptures depicting young bears scaling gnarled tree trunks toward a monkey perched among the top branches. Each piece is set upon a circular black marble plinth edged with a beaded bronze border.

These lively compositions perfectly demonstrate Christophe Fratin’s mastery of anthropomorphic animal sculpture, combining his iconic bear subjects with whimsical singeries. The detailed chasing of the fur and rough bark, along with the narrative dynamism, reflect the romantic and satirical spirit that defined Fratin's celebrated oeuvre.

Signed "FRATIN" on the base.

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