Bronze "Eurydice" by F. Roubaud - Mid-19th century

Large, handsome black patina bronze print of the Greek mythological figure Eurydice, sculpted by Félix-François Roubaud. The nymph is seated on a rock in an elegant, contemplative pose, with a snake at her feet. The sculpture highlights her nudity with finely worked anatomical details. Her soft, strikingly beautiful face is enhanced by wavy hair surrounded by a flower crown. The rock is also richly textured, with its drapery accentuating the aesthetics of the work. The base bears the inscription "F. ROUBAUD", confirming the artist's identity, and the terrace is also annotated "Roubaud Paris 1851". This charismatic work illustrates Roubaud's technical mastery and artistic interpretation of this tale from Greek mythology.
Félix-François ROUBAUD (1825-1876) was a French sculptor who entered James Pradier's studio at the Ecole des Beaux-arts. He made his debut at the Salon in 1853, then worked in Lyon for the Palais de Justice, producing several works. He produced two bas-reliefs for the Palais du Louvre: Philosophie et la Poésie and La Sculpture et la Peinture. He also produced numerous portraits. His younger brother, Louis Auguste Roubaud, was also a sculptor.
Eurydice, a nymph from Greek mythology, is closely linked to the myth of Orpheus, her husband. While trying to escape the advances of Aristaeus, she is bitten by a snake and succumbs to the injury. Devastated, Orpheus, famous for his musical talent, braves the Underworld in the hope of bringing his beloved back to life.

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Period: Mid-19th century
Excellent condition.
Delivery by quotation in France and abroad.
Dimensions :
Height : 52 cm
Width : 25 cm
Depth : 19 cm
Weight : 10.8 kg
reference : 236V

Ref: RVLMPPOS7M