Victor Joseph Ghislain Demanet (Belgian, 1895-1964) Bronze Sculpture, "Les Haleurs", H 20'' W 11'' L 35'' Signed on the base. Depicting two haulers straining to pull a heavy object. Inscribed "HR" on the underside. No apparent foundry mark. Bearing a plaque that reads "The battalion of firefighters of the city of Algiers to Pierre Bordes Governor General of Algeria" (Pierre Bordes, French 1870-1943, Governor of Algeria 1927-1930).
Condition
Original bolts. Areas of surface oxidation. No breaks or repairs.
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