Jean Sans Peur

ca. 1853

Place madeParis, France, Europe

Bronze

Overall: 23 x 10 x 10 in. ( 58.4 x 25.4 x 25.4 cm )

Gift of Miss Josephine Willis

1935.6b

This clock and figures were supposedly exhibited in 1853 at the New York Exhibition of the Industry of All Nations at the Crystal Palace, where they received a prize in their particular class group. After the exhibition they were purchased by the donor's grandfather, Alfred Willis, and given to Mr. and Mrs. John P. Willis, father and mother of the donor.

DescriptionStanding figure of man in armor with cape furling behind; proper left arm raised; axe in right hand. Titled in base: "JEAN SANS PEUR" Engraved in base: "Boyer" Stamped in Base: "ROBINET"

MarkingsTitle stamped in base: "JEAN SANS PEUR"; engraved in base: "Boyer"; stamped in base: "ROBINET"

InscribedInscribed in ink on reverse of base: "Jean Sans Peur"

ClassificationsFURNITURE