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Orientalist Bronze Bust by A. Giroux Finely cast bronze bust depicting an Orientalist figure wearing a turban and holding prayer beads, signed A. Giroux on the base. Alphonse Giroux (1776-1848) was the founder of the prestigious Parisian firm Maison Giroux, renowned for luxury goods and high-quality decorative arts. Established in the early 19th century, the firm supplied art materials to notable painters such as Eugene Delacroix and later became known for producing and retailing fine bronzes, furniture, and Orientalist works for elite clientele. This bust reflects the 19th-century fascination with Middle Eastern and North African subjects, a popular theme during the Paris Salons and Expositions Universelles. Size: 4 inches by 3 1/2 inches (10.2 cm by 8.9 cm) Estimate: $400-500