Dolf LEDEL (1893–1976) James ENSOR. Bronze sculpture depicti - Lot 107

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Dolf LEDEL (1893–1976) James ENSOR. Bronze sculpture depicti - Lot 107
Dolf LEDEL (1893–1976) James ENSOR. Bronze sculpture depicting Baron James Ensor, “Prince of Art,” 1933 A rare rectangular bronze sculpture, executed in powerful high relief, depicting James Ensor in front of his easel. The painter is surrounded by several motifs emblematic of his fantastical and symbolist world, notably an imposing mask, a mermaid, and a stylized sun disk. The work is signed and dated “33 Dolf LEDEL” within the composition. Mark of the Brussels-based manufacturer J. FONSON on the edge. Plain reverse. Created in 1933, following James Ensor’s elevation to the nobility, this work bears the particularly evocative titles “Baron James Ensor” and “Prince of Art.” It belongs to the original bronze edition produced by Fonson, which is distinct from the pewter reissue produced by Fisch in 1976. The artistic dialogue between James Ensor and Dolf Ledel was highlighted in 2007 at the Maison Ensor in Ostend during the exhibition “James Ensor Meets Dolf Ledel,” accompanied by a catalog dedicated to the artist’s medals, sculptures, and plaques. This composition is also listed in the reference publication dedicated to James Ensor’s works in medals and sculpture. Dimensions: 5.7 × 6.8 cm. Provenance: former collection of the family of John Van Kessel, former director of the National Bank of Belgium and a high-ranking official associated with the Ministry of the Colonies.
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