French Art Deco Silvered Bronze Panther Sculpture, 2000s
Dynamic Walking Jaguar / Panther Figure on Bronze Marble Base
An exceptional French Art Deco panther sculpture from the 2000s, masterfully cast in silvered bronze and capturing the animal in a moment of powerful forward motion.
The panther is depicted mid-stride, with two paws grounded on the stepped oval base while the other two are lifted, creating an extraordinary sense of balance and movement. The muscular body is shown under tension, elegantly rounded and full of controlled energy. The raised tail counterbalances the stride, giving the sculpture a striking impression of lightness—as if the animal is almost floating above the plinth.
Fine detailing enhances the realism: the fur is delicately textured on the lower body, face, and beneath the ears using subtle engraved lines, while the remainder of the figure is smoothly finished. This contrast between texture and polish heightens the visual impact and reflects the refined aesthetic typical of French Art Deco animalier sculpture.
Both powerful and graceful, this sculpture is a timeless statement piece—ideal for collectors of Art Deco, animal sculpture, or early 20th-century French decorative arts.
A rare and elegant bronze, beautifully expressing movement, strength, and sophistication—an outstanding example of Art Deco animal art.