Jean LAMBERT-RUCKI (1888-1967) The lovers, 1923 Proof in gilded bronze with a nuanced brown patina. Post mortem casting with lost wax from the foundry of La Plaine made by the Galerie Jacques De Vos. Signed, numbered 1/8, founder's stamp and stamp of the Galerie Jacques De Vos. H. 33,5 cm HISTORY: a certificate of Mrs. Mara Rucki and Mrs. Leano Rucki dated December 20, 1985 will be given to the buyer.

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