Antique bronze sculpture of a haymaker by Charles Octave Levy

A beautiful antique bronze sculpture depicting a haymaker leaning on his pitchfork. He's wearing his hat and carries a flask on his belt/hip, a fine detailed display! The sculpture is made with great skill by the famous french sculptor Charles Octave Levy (1840-1899). He made this sculpture to exhibit at the 'Salon des Beaux-Arts' and show his craftsmanship. It is cast out of a good quality bronze and it wears a warm brown patina. Dimensions: 43 x 14 cm / 17 x 5.6 inches. Weight: 4.4 kilo's / 9.7 lbs. Period: 19th century. Origin: France. Title: Le Faneur (the haymaker). Signature: Ch. Lévy. Foundry stamp: Bronze Garanti Au Titre - L.V. Déposée. Numbered: 5002. Condition: Very good (see images). A very decorative and high quality piece of antique art!