Art Deco Bronze Tiger Signed J. Merculiano Dated 1914

Beautiful Art Deco bronze tiger signed J. Merculiano and dated 1914. There is a very good listing on this Italian sculptor unfortunately there are not many bronzes that have appeared at auction or come on the market by this artist. The sculpture is extremely life like. Great attention was paid to the detail of this composition. The gnarling on the surface of the bronze and hand finished work makes this bronze different than any other animalier bronze sculpture. From the base to the top of the tiger's rear foot it measures 7 inches. The base measures 1-3/4 inches high, 6-1/2 inches wide, and 4-1/4 inches deep. The sculpture not including the signed polished stone base measures 5-1/4 inches high. Weight: 7 lbs. The base is signed, dated, and beautifully made. This is an extremely rare sculpture the first and only by this artist we have seen or have had the pleasure to offer for sale. It is in superb original condition. Guaranteed to please as are all our items.