French Art Deco Bronze Panther by Irénée Rochard, c.1920s

 Art Deco  Bronze Panther by Rochard,

A striking French Art Deco bronze sculpture of a prowling panther by renowned artist Irénée Rochard (1906–1984), dating to the 1920s. Cast in bronze and finished in a rich verdigris green patina, this piece captures the tension and grace of the panther mid-stride with a stylised yet powerful Art Deco silhouette.

Signed ROCHARD to the base, the sculpture rests on a stepped black marble plinth, creating a strong contrast that enhances the patina of the bronze. The fluidity of the animal’s form is typical of Rochard’s ability to balance naturalism with Deco stylisation — a hallmark of his celebrated animalier work.

Highly decorative and collectible, this is a museum-quality piece ideal for a mantel, console, or centrepiece display.

Dimensions:
Height: 23 cm
Width: 44 cm
Depth: 20 cm

Condition:
Excellent. Original patina intact, with only minor age-related wear. Marble base is solid with Small losses and repairs and shows only light edge wear consistent with age.