Paul Romain Chevré (1867-1914) - Art Nouveau Bronze Of A Young Woman

Paul Romain Chevré (1867-1914) - Important Art Nouveau bronze representing a young woman with flowers, signed and dated 1897

Elegant and sensual Art Nouveau sculpture by Paul Romain Chevré, signed and dated 1897. This graceful young woman, adorned with a floral crown and surrounded by garlands of flowers, perfectly embodies the poetic aesthetic of the French fin-de-siècle period.

The composition is distinguished by its remarkable dynamism, with a refined twisted movement giving the figure an almost dancing presence. Its rich, nuanced brown patina highlights the delicate modelling of the skin, the fluidity of the hair and the subtle floral details, while its imposing dimensions reinforce the monumental character of the work.

Chevré was renowned for his allegorical female figures imbued with elegance as well as for his refined naturalistic style, deeply influenced by the Art Nouveau movement. This model belongs to the most decorative and sought-after category of his work.

Signed and dated: Paul Chevré, 1897

Dimensions:
85 × 60 × 40 cm.