lt. 19th C French Bronze Boxer Dog Sculpture Attributed to Pierre Jules Mene

We are offering  A superb Late 19th Century French finely detailed Bronze sculpture of a Boxer Dog. This sculpture is attributed to the French artist Pierre-Jules Mene. There is no visible signature. Note:  the number 3 on the bottom of one of the front paws.(see photo) The detail seen in the dog-collar, the face, and paws, make this sculpture an exceptional  piece of sculpture art. Pierre Jules (P.J.) Mene (1810 - 1879)  c.1860's was active/lived in France.   Pierre Jules Mene is known for Realistic animal sculpture, dogs, horses, wildlife. This bronze sculpture is free standing with no indication of having been mounted to a plinth or base. Approx. Dimensions: Height: 8 3/4" Width: 8 1/2" Depth: 3" Approx. weight: 2,253 grams 4 lb 15 oz Condition: This sculpture is in very fine condition with an overall beautiful patina from being lovenly handled. (SEE PHOTOS)                                                 ID. 350                                                  LOC. F