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312 - Emmanuel Villanis (French, 1858–1914) Large Bronze Bust c. 1895-1905, French Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Emmanuel Villanis (French, 1858–1914) Marking(s); notes: Inscribed “E. Villanis” on the lower left shoulder; cast title “SELIKA” on the front of the pedestal; circular foundry seal reading “BRONZE GARANTI PARIS / J.B. DEPOSEE” on reverse; French, circa 1890–1914; Belle Époque, Art Nouveau period Materials: patinated bronze Cataloger Note: French Belle Époque bronze bust by Emmanuel Villanis titled “Sélika,” depicting the African queen from Giacomo Meyerbeer's 1865 opera L'Africaine. The finely modeled figure features deeply recessed eyes, flowing hair, an elaborate tiara-style headdress, and softly gathered drapery across her chest. The sculpture displays expressive facial features and naturalistic detailing characteristic of Villanis's Art Nouveau portraiture. Raised on an integral geometric pedestal bearing the cast title “SELIKA,” with the artist's signature on the shoulder and a circular Paris bronze foundry seal on the reverse. H. 21" x L. 12.5" x W. 9" Good condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
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Emmanuel Villanis (French, 1858–1914) Large Bronze Bust c. 1895-1905, French Artist/Designer/Manufacturer: Emmanuel Villanis (French, 1858–1914) Marking(s); notes: Inscribed “E. Villanis” on the lower left shoulder; cast title “SELIKA” on the front of the pedestal; circular foundry seal reading “BRONZE GARANTI PARIS / J.B. DEPOSEE” on reverse; French, circa 1890–1914; Belle Époque, Art Nouveau period Materials: patinated bronze Cataloger Note: French Belle Époque bronze bust by Emmanuel Villanis titled “Sélika,” depicting the African queen from Giacomo Meyerbeer's 1865 opera L'Africaine. The finely modeled figure features deeply recessed eyes, flowing hair, an elaborate tiara-style headdress, and softly gathered drapery across her chest. The sculpture displays expressive facial features and naturalistic detailing characteristic of Villanis's Art Nouveau portraiture. Raised on an integral geometric pedestal bearing the cast title “SELIKA,” with the artist's signature on the shoulder and a circular Paris bronze foundry seal on the reverse. H. 21" x L. 12.5" x W. 9" Good condition. Unless otherwise stated, all information provided is the opinion of our specialists. Should you have any specific questions regarding the condition of this lot, please use the ask question button or send us an email to info@akibaantiques.com
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