Patinated bronze sculpture on a polished red marble base
It depicts a winged female allegory of Peace wearing a helmet
She rests her left hand on a drawn sword, while her foot rests on a generously filled cornucopia
This symbolizes that true prosperity and peace must be protected
The sculpture dates from 1887 and reflects the prevailing sentiment of the time: “Si vis pacem, para bellum”—if you want peace, prepare for war
The bronze is engraved with “Jules Coutan” and also bears the inscription “Thiébaut Frères / Fumière & Compagnie Successeurs,” confirming that the statue was cast in the late 19th century
The base is crafted from high-quality, vibrant marble and consists of several tiers with a classically profiled architectural structure
The underside of the marble shows slight signs of wear, consistent with its age
On this base, you’ll find three plaques bearing the text “Union, Travail, Paix” (Unity, Labor, Peace)
Total weight of 14 kg
French craftsmanship from the late 19th century