A FRENCH BRONZE OF THE CROUCHING VENUS Circa 1840, after the Antique, the naked goddess crouching on a base naturalistically modelled with rocks and foliage on an integral moulded plinth and modern wooden base. Height including base 49cm Condition Report In very good condition with some slight wear to patination on raised areas and scratch to left knee, dust in crevices, wear to patination on corners of plinth, scratch on plinth. The opinions expressed in the condition reports are a guide only and should not be treated as a statement of fact. Prospective buyers are encouraged to physically inspect item, or book a virtual viewing or request further images during our pre-sale period where Leonard Joel staff are available for advice. Please note condition reports can be amended during the pre-sale period, so we strongly suggest any interested bidders check the published condition report available on the website before the auction commences. Leonard Joel makes no guarantee of the originality of mechanical or applied components. Absence of reference to such modifications does not imply that a lot is free from modifications.