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‘La Seine’, Antique French Marble Figural Sculpture by Denys Pierre Puech

$25,044.88

£18,000

€21,443.43

CA$34,498.07

A$34,939.84

CHF 20,071.17

MX$423,690.48

NOK 232,823.13

SEK 236,987.17

DKK 160,312.27

About the Item

‘La Seine’, antique French marble figural sculpture by Denys Pierre Puech French, 1902 Height 24cm, width 73cm, depth 14cm This magnificent marble sculpture captures the moment a nymph transforms into a river. Titled ‘La Seine’, it was crafted by the renowned French sculptor Denys Pierre Puech (1854–1942), in 1902. Puech, a distinguished artist who trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris, was a regular exhibitor at the prestigious Parisian Salons. The sculpture is inspired by the myth of the creation of the river Seine, as recounted in ‘L’Arcadie’ by French author Jacques-Henri Bernardin de Saint-Pierre. In this sculpture the nymph is seen reclining peacefully, surrounded by reeds. Her body is draped in flowing water, with her hair blending seamlessly into the carved waves. A cluster of bulrushes rests by her head, enhancing the naturalistic scene. Her hand extends towards her legs, grasping what appears to be a flowing cloth that gracefully merges with the water. Behind the figure, Puech has skilfully carved the skyline of Paris in low relief. Carved shells adorn the top of the sculpture. Signed and dated ‘D Puech / 1902’ at the lower left, this sculpture was originally created by Puech in 1884, while he was a student at the French Academy in Rome. It was later exhibited at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris in 1886. With its delicate yet impactful carving and enchanting narrative, this superb marble piece would be a striking addition to a refined interior.

Creator:
Denys Puech (Artist)
Dimensions:
Height: 9.45 in (24 cm)Width: 28.75 in (73 cm)Depth: 5.52 in (14 cm)
Style:
Art Nouveau (Of the Period)
Materials and Techniques:
Marble,Carved,Hand-Carved
Place of Origin:
France
Period:
Early 20th Century
Date of Manufacture:
1902
Condition:
Wear consistent with age and use.
Seller Location:
London, GB
Reference Number:
Seller: 177301stDibs: LU956342815662

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