Large JEAN BAPTISTE CARPEAUX Bronze Sculpture, Hercules and the Nemean Lion collection_bookcases_display_cabinets_secretaires Late 19th century/early 20th century

Late 19th century/early 20th century

Replaced handles

Top doors are a later addition

this antique building facade fragment is intricately carved in the style of Louis Sullivan

5 Height 27 inches

Large JEAN BAPTISTE CARPEAUX Bronze Sculpture, Hercules and the Nemean Lion collection_bookcases_display_cabinets_secretaires Late 19th century/early 20th centuryDETAILS This antique neoclassical statue depicts Hercules completing his first of twelve labors as directed by his cousin, King Eurystheus. Having killed the monster lion, he returned home with the pelt for the king. This is an interesting interpretation of that classical myth. It will make a major statement as a piece of art for an important setting in the home or garden. This was once part of a larger installation. Perhaps a former fountain element.