A bronze figure, 'Vae Victis' by Henri Desire Gauquie (1858-1927), circa 1900, 'Woe to the Conquered Ones' depicting a victorious warrior holding his sword aloft, an eagle at his feet; title incised to base and mark of Beaux arts, sculptor's name H. Gauquie to the reverse with Medaille D'or 1900 seal, height 54.5 cm