Victor Hugo assis, 1469(4), En 1901

Author(s): marqueste, laurent-honoré (toulouse, 12–06–1848 - paris, 05–04–1920), sculptor production date: in 1901 dating in centuries: 1st quarter of the 20th century type(s) of object(s): sculpture name(s): bust materials and techniques: terracotta dimensions - artwork: height: 30. 5cm width: 17cm description: terracotta statuette on a square base marks, inscriptions, hallmarks: signature of the performer - on the right plinth: "marqueste" inscription concerning the title - on the front plinth, difficult to read: "v. Hugo" historical commentary: sketch for the stone sculpture was presented at the salon of e1901 before being placed in the courtyard of the sorbonne. Acquisition method: manual donation name of donor, testator, seller: marqueste, laurent-honoré date of acquisition: 1902 institution: maison de victor hugo - hauteville house inventory number: 1469. Date: En 1901.