An Art Nouveau bronze that embodies the spirit of youth and timeless beauty—a graceful portrayal of a young girl with flowing, cascading hair elegantly held in place by a headband.
 
Her chest is adorned with intricately crafted medallions, showcasing the exceptional artistry of “Bohémienne.” Signed by the renowned sculptor E. Villanis (1858–1914), this remarkable piece measures 11 inches (28 cm) in height and 6.3 inches (16 cm) in width.
 
NO528

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History

 
Emmanuel Villanis was a French sculptor born on December 12, 1858, in Lille and died on August 28, 1914, in Paris.

 
He began his artistic education at the Accademia Albertina in Turin, studying under Odoardo Tabacchi. By 1885, he relocated to Paris, where he became one of the most prolific sculptors of the late 1800s. His striking bronze busts of women, skillfully cast by the Société de Bronze de Paris, earned widespread recognition, especially in the United States.