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Augustin Pajou, Sculpture Buste La Comtesse Du Barry
Late 19th century
Superb and Important Sculpture Buste in Patinated Plaster, Representing Madame La Comtesse Du Barry from L'Oeuvre Conservée au Louvres.
This Buste Drapé à l'Antique sur l'Epaule Gauche, L'Epaule Droite Dénudée Represent Jeanne Becu Dite Madame La Comtesse du Barry, Dernière Favorite du Roi Louis XV. As a token of his love, Louis XV had the Château de Louveciennes built for her.
Sculpture d'Après Augustin PAJOU, is one of the most important sculptors of the second half of the French 18th century. He worked for the Château de Versailles. Sculptor to the King in 1760, he is recognized as a portraitist, executing busts including that of Madame La Comtesse du Barry. It brought him instant fame.
Very elegant piece, with Mark and Signature on the back.
A fine decorative element, of fine proportions.
Fin du XIXème Siècle.
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Dimensions :
Height: 60 cm
Width: 41 cm
In good condition.
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Ref: 37VWELUACE
Condition | Good |
Style | Other style (Sculptures other materials of Other style Style) |
Period | 19th century (Sculptures other materials 19th century) |
Country of origin | France |
Shipping Time | Ready to ship in 15-30 Business Days |
Location | 62217, Achicourt, France |
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