Cobra

Jean Dunand

ca. 1919 · Bronze, gold · Modern and Contemporary Art

While Dunand is best known for his works in lacquer, his training as a sculptor is evident in the skillful modeling of these snakes, while the confident handling of the metal demonstrates his abilities as a craftsman. Each snake is cast in bronze; the scales were chased and highlighted with gilding afterward.

Artist

Jean Dunand

Date

ca. 1919

Medium

Bronze, gold

Department

Modern and Contemporary Art

Credit line

Rogers Fund, 1970