Susse Frères - Germaine OURY (1889-1978) Germaine OURY-DESRUELLES - Statue, Le jeune faune - 38 cm - Patinated bronze

This patinated bronze statue titled "Le jeune faune" is the work of Germaine Oury-Desruelles, a French sculptor active in the early to mid-20th century. Fauns are mythological creatures from Roman and Greek lore, depicted as half-human, half-goat beings associated with nature, music, and rustic life. Sculptures of fauns have been popular subjects due to their symbolizing fertility and natural vitality, fitting well within Art Nouveau and Art Deco themes that often interwove mythology with stylized forms. Patinated bronze statues offer durability and a refined tactile quality, with the patina providing varied surface colors that enhance detail. Artistic bronze sculptures like this are collectible for their craftsmanship, mythological references, and aesthetic appeal reflecting the cultural currents of their time.