"Bronze Sculpture 'queen Of Hearts' Bust Of A Woman Signed Jean Garnier (1853-1930)"
Bronze sculpture with brown patina representing a bust of a woman wearing a heart on her head resting on an onyx base.Signature "J. Garnier" for Jean Garnier (1853-1930). Note some chips on the base.
Period around 1900.
Dimensions: H 17.7 x W 8 x D 5.5 cm, of the sculpture without base: H 14 x W 8 x D 5 cm
Jean Garnier (1853-1930), sculptor, enameler and chaser from Mouzeuil-Saint-Martin, in Vendée. Self-taught, he mastered various materials such as marble, terracotta, bronze and pewter. He also created enamel jewelry. He had a notable career in Paris, regularly participating in the Salon from 1883 to 1905, before returning to his native region in 1910. His works include Art Nouveau sculptures and monuments. He died in poverty and neglect in 1930.
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