French sculptor Hélène Bertaux underwent her initial training in the studio of her father (Hebert), a minor ornamental sculptor, followed by later studies with Augustin Dumont. She frequently exhibited and was particularly successful in attaining the support of government officials and the imperial household which opened doors of opportunity for her.  She also played a major role in getting women's artistic advancement recognized in the late 1800s; she instituted the Union of Women Painters, Sculptors and Engravers in 1881, was editor of its monthly journal, established the first sculpture school for women, set up several monetary awards for women artists, and worked to force the Ecole des Beaux-Arts to open its doors to women. Bertaux was the first woman member elected to the Ecole des Beaux-Arts in 1896.

The offered Art Nouveau bronze called "Young Girl Bathing" was made in 1870. It allegorises a resting young nude girl with a dragon fly on her back. The sculpture is mounted onto a base of polished black marble. As the original, this bronze cast is signed with Leon Bertaux.

Naturally this high quality figurine was made of 100% bronze in our own foundry. Our demanding production control saves allways the best quality for all of our items.



Width: 29 cm

Height: 28 cm

Depth: 21 cm

Weight: 6,2 kg