Bust, Barry, St.Bernard - 22 cm - Gilt bronze

Barry, St.Bernard - Bronze gilt sculpture, 19th century Measurements: 9 x 10 x 22 cm h Bronze gilt sculpture, black marble base, 19th century, depicting the dog Barry, St.Bernard. This dog is the famous Barry der Menschenretter (1800-1814), belonging to the Alpine Mastiff breed — later named Saint Bernard — who operated in the mountains between Switzerland and Italy, near the pass close to the Hospice of the Great St. Bernard. Barry was the most famous Saint Bernard in history, credited with saving over 40 lives; hence his nickname "Menschenretter", a German term meaning "lifesaver of human lives".

Estimación:€350

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