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Sculpture – Sappho, Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914) – Bronze
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Bronze cast, representing the lyrical poetess of Ancient Greece “Sappho”, playing her mythical instrument “the lyre”, by the sculptor Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914).
Sappho embodies a figure of freedom and passion, her name remains associated with the celebration of love and beauty, making her a timeless literary and feminine icon.
Known for the lyrical beauty of her verses, she is one of the first authors to express the intensity of romantic feelings in her poems.
Emmanuel Villanis excels in the art of portraiture, his sculpture is emblematic of Art Nouveau, as much by the subjects evoked, as by the fluid forms and the expressions marked by sensitivity.
Signature of the sculptor “E.Villanis” in hollow, on the naturalist terrace.
Circular stamp of the founder “Société des bronzes de Paris”, on the back of the sculpture.
Old edition sculpture, early 20th century period, Art Nouveau.
Very good state of preservation and patina.
Dimensions: 72 cm x 25 cm x 17.5 cm
Bronze proof, representing the lyrical poetess of Ancient Greece “Sappho”, playing her mythical instrument “the lyre”, by the sculptor Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914).
Sapho embodies a figure of freedom and passion, her name remains associated with the celebration of love and beauty, making her a timeless literary and feminine icon.
Recognized for the lyrical beauty of her verses, she is one of the first authors to express the intensity of romantic feelings in her poems.
Emmanuel Villanis excels in the art of portraiture, his sculpture is emblematic of Art Nouveau, as much by the subjects evoked, as by the fluid forms and the expressions marked by sensitivity.
Signature of the sculptor “E.Villanis” in hollow, on the naturalist terrace.
Circular stamp of the founder “Société des bronzes de Paris” (Paris Bronze Society), on the back of the sculpture.
Antique edition sculpture, early 20th century, Art Nouveau.
Very good state of conservation and patina.
Dimensions: 72 cm x 25 cm x 17.5 cm

Bronze cast, representing the lyrical poetess of Ancient Greece “Sappho”, playing her mythical instrument “the lyre”, by the sculptor Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914).
Sappho embodies a figure of freedom and passion, her name remains associated with the celebration of love and beauty, making her a timeless literary and feminine icon.
Known for the lyrical beauty of her verses, she is one of the first authors to express the intensity of romantic feelings in her poems.
Emmanuel Villanis excels in the art of portraiture, his sculpture is emblematic of Art Nouveau, as much by the subjects evoked, as by the fluid forms and the expressions marked by sensitivity.
Signature of the sculptor “E.Villanis” in hollow, on the naturalist terrace.
Circular stamp of the founder “Société des bronzes de Paris”, on the back of the sculpture.
Old edition sculpture, early 20th century period, Art Nouveau.
Very good state of preservation and patina.
Dimensions: 72 cm x 25 cm x 17.5 cm
Bronze proof, representing the lyrical poetess of Ancient Greece “Sappho”, playing her mythical instrument “the lyre”, by the sculptor Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914).
Sapho embodies a figure of freedom and passion, her name remains associated with the celebration of love and beauty, making her a timeless literary and feminine icon.
Recognized for the lyrical beauty of her verses, she is one of the first authors to express the intensity of romantic feelings in her poems.
Emmanuel Villanis excels in the art of portraiture, his sculpture is emblematic of Art Nouveau, as much by the subjects evoked, as by the fluid forms and the expressions marked by sensitivity.
Signature of the sculptor “E.Villanis” in hollow, on the naturalist terrace.
Circular stamp of the founder “Société des bronzes de Paris” (Paris Bronze Society), on the back of the sculpture.
Antique edition sculpture, early 20th century, Art Nouveau.
Very good state of conservation and patina.
Dimensions: 72 cm x 25 cm x 17.5 cm
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