Beautiful pine sculpture, attributed to Quebec sculptor Jean-Baptiste Côté (1832-1907) and acquired directly from his family's descendants.
The piece was originally given to a child as a toy, which explains the patina that bears witness to affectionate use and long cherished. A direct family provenance that gives this object exceptional historical and sentimental value.
About the artist
Jean-Baptiste Côté (Saint-Roch-des-Aulnaies, 1832 – Quebec City, 1907) is one of Quebec's most important 19th-century wood sculptors. Trained in the Quebec artisanal tradition, he is renowned for his animal figures, religious sculptures, and decorative objects of great finesse. His works are now preserved in several museums and private collections in Quebec.
Details of the piece
6 x 8.5 x 3 in
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An antique is an object with its own unique history; it's normal for it to show signs of wear. These should be seen as marks of time that enhance the object's beauty and authenticity.
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