Rare Terracotta Dating From The 19th Century

"La Baigneuse" or "Venus au bain", terracotta reproduction dating from the 19th century carved marble by Christophe-Gabriel Allegrain (1710-1795). The original, currently exhibited at the Louvre, was presented at the Salon of 1767, and will be praised by Diderot in these terms "Beautiful, beautiful, sublime figure, they say even the most beautiful, the most perfect woman figure that the moderns have made so beautiful that Louis XV will offer it to his favorite Madame du Barry. The terracotta we offer is in perfect condition. His slight sketched smile, the elegance of his head wear, the refinement of his hairstyle and patina give him a charm without question. It will find its place both outdoors and indoors.