An enchanting 19th century French gilt bronze lamp sculpture entitled “The Lyre Player” by Auguste Moreau. It features a young Apollo, from Greek mythology, depicted with a lyre in his hand. Apollo embodies youth, beauty and harmony. This superb sculpture is casted with wonderful details in gilt bronze and mounted on a gilt spelter base. It is fitted with an oval ochre colour shade that complements perfectly the bronze colour of the statue. Signature on base: Aug. Moreau. Elevate your lifestyle with this exquisite bronze lamp. Auguste Moreau (1834 – 1917) was a French sculptor born in Dijon. The third and youngest son of sculptor and painter Jean-Baptiste Moreau, Auguste began creating sculptural works alongside his older brothers Hippolyte and Mathurin. Creator: Auguste Moreau (Sculptor) Style: Belle Époque (Of the Period) Dimensions: Height: 23.6 in (60 cm), Width: 14.2 in (36 cm), Depth: 10 in (25cm) Weight: 2630g Power Source: Plug-in Voltage: 220-240v Lampshade: Included Materials and Techniques: Bronze, Gilt, Spelter Place of Origin: France Period: Late 19th Century Date of Manufacture: 1890 Condition: Good