"Bronze Sculpture Bust Of A Woman By Jean Garnier (1853-1930)"
Bronze sculpture with a brown patina representing a bust of a woman looking at an insect perched on her shoulder. Red marble base. Note some chips on the base.
Signature "J. Garnier" for Jean Garnier (1853-1930).
Period circa 1900.
Dimensions: H 14 x W 9.5 x D 7 cm
Jean Garnier (1853-1930), french 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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