Hi Lonnie,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

Adrien Etienne Gaudez (French, 1845-1902)
"Forgeron (Blacksmith)"
bronze
signed to the base
17-1/4 inches tall, 7-1/2 inches wide, 8 inches deep
CONDITION: This bronze sculpture appears to be in good condition; value assumes no repairs, breaks or losses.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$700-1,000*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia