French antique terracotta bust of a young girl by Weigele

By Weigele, Henri (French, 1858-1927)

£4,500

The French sculptor Henri Weigele is famous for producing highly detailed figurative sculptures, as exemplified by this impressive terracotta bust of a young girl.

 

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Description

This superb terracotta sculpture bust depicts a young girl. The girl is represented with a serene countenance, with her flowing hair tied to one side by a bow. She wears a lace trimmed top, which is deftly rendered with a host of intricate detailing. The naturalism of the piece is remarkable, as expected of a work by the sculptor Henri Weigele. The bust is raised on a socle, and is signed ‘H. Weigele’.

Details

Artist / Maker
By Weigele, Henri (French, 1858-1927)
Country of Origin
French
Date of Manufacture
Late 19th Century
Period
Late 19th Century
Style
Portrait
Material
Terracotta
Colour
Brown, Orange

Dimensions

Height
57 cm / 22.4 inches
Width
40 cm / 15.7 inches
Depth
23 cm / 9.1 inches

Reference:
11899

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