Lamp "La Bonne Soupe" by Victor Rousseau, Art Nouveau, circa 1900

Important lamp in patinated regulates representing a young boy, probably a butcher boy, drinking his soup and accompanied by his dog type pitbull / bulldog. The boy is leaning against a gallows holding an electrified green lantern. By the belgian sculptor victor rousseau (1865-1954). Belle epoque / art nouveau style, circa 1900. Plaque with inscription "la bonne soupe par rousseau" at the front, signature "rousseau" on the side and stamp "made in france - paris - made in france" at the back. Subject in excellent condition, restored: electrification redone, metal cleaned and waxed for good future protection of the patina. Size: Height 73 cm. Width 19 cm. Depth 24 cm.