Fine bronze of a seal by Josef Pallenberg. Modelled as a bull seal sitting very relaxed on a ledge basking in the sun. Pallenberg has beautifully recreated the sleek and streamlined lines of the seal even while out of his normal habitat. Lovely deep brown patina. Set on a piece of fine green onyx. We have been unable to find evidence another version of this sculpture anywhere and consider it to be not only extremely beautiful but also extremely rare. Signed in the bronze. German early 20th century. 5.75 inches high by 6 inches wide by 6.25 inches dee ( 14.5 cm by 15.25 cm by 16 cm).53