Joël and Jan Martel (1869-1966) - Lot 144

Joël and Jan Martel (1869-1966) Magpie Created circa 1926; published by Susse between 1927 and 1929 Bronze proof with gold-tinted brown patina Signed "J. MARTEL Bears the founder's mark "Susse Fes Edts Paris" and the founder's circular insert framed by the letters "B V" Stamped "BRONZE". H. 32.7 cm Following in the footsteps of 19th-century animal sculptors, the multi-talented Martel brothers set out to faithfully represent the anatomy of animals, while simplifying their forms and focusing on smooth volumes. In keeping with the idea of purity and simplicity, they set out to highlight only the main geometric shapes. Related literature -Joël et Jan Martel, sculpteur (1869-1966), Paris, Livres d'art, Gallimard, 1996, a Pie listed under no. 45, p. 178.