Elegant Woman In Napoleon III Attire, Spelter Sculpture With A Double Patina Of Brown And Golden Green

An elegant decorative sculpture depicting a young woman dressed in the fashion of the Second Empire, portrayed in a graceful and animated pose. Wearing a hat and holding a fan, she stands on an architectural terrace forming the base of a staircase with a finely ornamented balustrade. Although the iconography is linked to the Napoleon III aesthetic, this work is stylistically characteristic of early 20th-century production, a period during which gallant scenes and references to the 19th century experienced a resurgence of interest. The sculpture features a particularly decorative interplay of patinas: a nuanced brown patina for the figure, highlighting the modeling of the face, the movement of the body, and the folds of the costume; and a golden-green patina for the architectural elements, reinforcing the sense of depth and the overall ornamental character. The integrated base, treated as a miniature architectural element, plays an integral part in the composition and testifies to the care taken in the creation of this piece. Characteristics: Material: spelter Patina: brown (figure) and golden green (architecture) Period: early 20th century Subject: elegant woman in Napoleon III attire Height: 24.5 cm Width: 10.5 cm Depth: 8 cm Condition: Very good overall condition. Patina well preserved, without damage or missing pieces. Note: A typical decorative piece from the Belle Époque, combining elegance, refinement, and a taste for historical references, ideal for a spelter sculpture collection or a classic interior. As the colors are more accurately rendered in video, we can send you a presentation via WhatsApp upon request. If you do not receive a response, please check your spam folder and resend your message by email, phone, or SMS.