Charles Paillet (French 1871-1937)
A German Shepherd Dog
Bronze sculpture with dark brown patina
Signed «Ch. Paillet Médaille d'Or» and stamped «Chardon Bronze Made in France»
Cast: 2nd quarter of 20th century
Height: 30 cm (8" 1/4)
Base: 45 x 15.2 cm (17" 3/4 x 6")
Paillet was a student of Georges Gardet. He made his debut at the Salon in 1897 and his models were cast by several founders including Thiébaut Frères, Leblanc-Barbedienne & Fils and later Chardon as in the present bronze.