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Pair Of Bas-reliefs By Jules Franceschi
Jules Franceschi (1825–1893)
Pair of scenes inspired by mythology
Wax models on slate, signed upper right and dedicated
Blackened wood molded frames
Period: circa 1860–1880
Dimensions with frames
Very good overall condition
Pair of brown wax bas-reliefs representing mythological scenes of Bacchic inspiration:
— on one, a satyr playing the flute accompanies a languid nymph, surrounded by dancing cupids;
— on the other, a symmetrical composition stages a similar group in an atmosphere of ancient celebration and tenderness
The two panels, finely modeled, show a beautiful quality of drawing and movement. The graceful gestures, the softness of the modeling, and the fluidity of the drapery testify to the hand of a sculptor trained in the great classical tradition.
The contrast between the amber wax and the dark slate background accentuates the relief of the graceful and languid bodies.
A student of François Rude, Jules Franceschi (1825–1893) exhibited at the Paris Salon from 1848 to 1887. A sculptor of the Second Empire, he distinguished himself by his skill in uniting Romantic spirit with Neoclassical refinement.
His mythological compositions, often populated by nymphs, satyrs, and cupids, reveal an inspiration inherited from Clodion, while foreshadowing the sensual grace of Carpeaux.
This type of wax relief, rare in his work, likely corresponds to studies or studio creations intended for learned art lovers, among whom was undoubtedly the dedicatee of these precious works.
Pair of scenes inspired by mythology
Wax models on slate, signed upper right and dedicated
Blackened wood molded frames
Period: circa 1860–1880
Dimensions with frames
Very good overall condition
Pair of brown wax bas-reliefs representing mythological scenes of Bacchic inspiration:
— on one, a satyr playing the flute accompanies a languid nymph, surrounded by dancing cupids;
— on the other, a symmetrical composition stages a similar group in an atmosphere of ancient celebration and tenderness
The two panels, finely modeled, show a beautiful quality of drawing and movement. The graceful gestures, the softness of the modeling, and the fluidity of the drapery testify to the hand of a sculptor trained in the great classical tradition.
The contrast between the amber wax and the dark slate background accentuates the relief of the graceful and languid bodies.
A student of François Rude, Jules Franceschi (1825–1893) exhibited at the Paris Salon from 1848 to 1887. A sculptor of the Second Empire, he distinguished himself by his skill in uniting Romantic spirit with Neoclassical refinement.
His mythological compositions, often populated by nymphs, satyrs, and cupids, reveal an inspiration inherited from Clodion, while foreshadowing the sensual grace of Carpeaux.
This type of wax relief, rare in his work, likely corresponds to studies or studio creations intended for learned art lovers, among whom was undoubtedly the dedicatee of these precious works.
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