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Georges Charles Coudray
Irises in Hair. Carrara marble bust by Georges C. Coudray. Signed.

Circa 2005

$5,651.50
£4,183.08
€4,800VAT Included
CA$7,873.33
A$8,007.92
CHF 4,579.06
MX$96,862.32
NOK 53,651.33
SEK 53,638.45
DKK 36,600.39

About the Item

Belle Époque scluptor, master of orientalist figures. Georges Charles Coudray was a distinguished French sculptor and medallist, celebrated for his refined depictions of female figures and his sensual Orientalist compositions. Born in Paris in 1862, he trained at the École des Beaux-Arts under leading academic sculptors such as Alexandre Falguière, Henri Allouard, and Gabriel-Jules Thomas. His early promise was recognized with his debut at the Salon des Artistes Français in 1883, where he continued to exhibit regularly until 1903. Coudray’s oeuvre includes a wide range of busts, statuettes, and medallions, often focused on feminine subjects drawn from mythology, literature, or exotic themes. He worked in bronze, marble, and terracotta, skilfully blending the elegance of Art Nouveau with the ornamental richness of Orientalist imagery. His figures are characterized by flowing lines, delicate modeling, and intricate decorative details that echo both classical and modern sensibilities. Among his most noted works are Tahoser (1892), Les Nénuphars (1899), and Iris (1902). Les Nénuphars, in particular, was exhibited at the Salon in both terracotta and marble versions, and demonstrates Coudray’s mastery in rendering subtle facial expressions and textural contrasts. His sculptures consistently reflect a refined aesthetic, balancing sensuality with idealized beauty. Though less prolific than some of his contemporaries, Coudray maintained a high standard of execution and an unmistakable stylistic identity. His works remain highly appreciated by collectors for their craftsmanship and the decorative harmony they evoke. Coudray passed away in Paris in 1944, leaving behind a body of work that continues to resonate with admirers of 19th and early 20th-century French sculpture.
  • Creator:
    Georges Charles Coudray (1862 - 1932, French)
  • Creation Year:
    Circa 2005
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 20.08 in (51 cm)Width: 11.03 in (28 cm)Depth: 6.7 in (17 cm)
  • Medium:
    Marble
  • Movement & Style:
    Art Nouveau
  • Period:
    Early 20th Century
  • Condition:
  • Gallery Location:
    Riga, LV
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU1437218030992

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