Hand carved signature from Charles Eugene Gagnon with date of 1970. Heavy Bronze with natural patina in excellent condition.
19" long 9"wide 12.5" tall
Hello, this item is a bronze sculpture titled Girl on Tub by Charles Eugene Gagnon, signed and dated 1970. The work depicts a seated female figure interacting with a bathtub form, executed in a naturalistic yet expressive modern style typical of Gagnon’s mature period. The modeling shows confident handling of anatomy, textured surface treatment, and an emphasis on intimate, domestic subject matter that aligns with mid to late 20th century figurative bronze sculpture. The visible incised signature Charles Eugene Gagnon on the base is consistent with authenticated examples by the artist, and the dark natural patina appears original rather than later applied. The scale, approximately 19 inches long, 9 inches wide, and 12.5 inches tall, suggests a finished studio bronze rather than a small decorative casting.
Charles Eugene Gagnon was active in the second half of the 20th century and is known for figurative bronzes that balance realism with subtle emotional tension. Comparable signed bronze works by Gagnon from the 1960s and 1970s, of similar size and complexity, typically trade on the secondary market in the range of USD 2,500 to USD 4,500, depending on condition, casting quality, and provenance. This example appears to be in excellent condition, with no visible structural damage, cracks, or restoration, and retains an attractive, even patina.