Bronze and wood bust of Molière with a floral wreath

A sculpture depicting Jean-Baptiste Poquelin, known as Molière, consisting of a dark-patinated bronze bust mounted on a cylindrical wooden pedestal. The subject is portrayed wearing his characteristic wig with long curls reaching down to his shoulders and a draped cravat. The bust rests on a small turned bronze plinth. The supporting column, made of wood with a brownish-reddish finish, features three vertical grooves on the front. In the center of the pedestal is a rectangular wooden plaque with the name “MOLIERE” engraved in capital letters. Below the plaque is an ornamental garland composed of flowers and ribbons, made of a dark, metallic-looking material. The structure rests on a circular base decorated with a relief motif of leaves or berries, which in turn is supported by a square plinth made of solid wood. The piece bears no visible signatures, foundry marks, or edition numbers. The construction and style suggest a decorative object for a library or desk from the late 19th century. According to the information provided, the object measures 28.5 centimeters in height and 9 centimeters at the base.