This bronze sculpture, featuring a nuanced golden patina and titled “The Pheasant and the Weasel,” was created by J. Moigniez in the late 19th century. The composition depicts a majestic pheasant perched on a rock, with a small weasel at its feet. The intricate detailing—particularly in the pheasant’s plumage and the textured surfaces—demonstrates the artist’s exceptional skill. The rich, medal-like bronze patina adds depth and warmth, elegantly enhancing every detail. The signature of J. Moigniez, visible on the terrace, lends authenticity and further value to the piece. This work is a fine example of 19th-century animal sculpture. Jules Moigniez (1835–1894), a pupil of Paul Comoléra, first exhibited at the Exposition Universelle of 1855 and received an honorable mention at the Salon of 1859. He also participated in the Exposition Universelle of 1878. After several years of illness, he died by suicide on May 29, 1894, in Saint-Martin-du-Tertre, where he is buried.

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