This elegant Art Nouveau bust “Diane” by renowned French sculptor Emmanuel Villanis (1858–1914) is among the artist’s most celebrated creations and a fine example of French decorative sculpture from the turn of the twentieth century.

Villanis became internationally recognized for his refined female busts that combine classical beauty, symbolism and the flowing elegance of the Art Nouveau movement. Named after the Roman goddess of the hunt and the moon, Diane embodies grace, strength and timeless femininity.

The sculpture is executed in art metal and retains its beautiful original multi-coloured cold-painted finish. The subtle polychromy enhances the delicate facial features, flowing hair and decorative details that define Villanis’ distinctive style.

Signed E. Villanis, the work reflects the artistic excellence that has made his sculptures highly sought after among collectors of Art Nouveau, French decorative arts and fin-de-siècle sculpture.

This model is illustrated in Harold Berman’s reference work Bronzes, Sculptors and Founders, confirming its significance and collectability.

An outstanding collector’s piece and an elegant addition to sophisticated interiors and art collections.

An exceptional pair of Art Nouveau candelabra depicting elegant female figures adorned with flowers, created by the French sculptor Henri Plé, circa 1900.

These refined sculptures embody the essence of Art Nouveau, where the female form merges harmoniously with flowing floral motifs. The graceful lines, organic movement, and decorative elegance reflect the period’s fascination with nature and beauty.

Executed in Art Metal with a delicate cold-painted patina, the candelabra display remarkable craftsmanship and artistic detail. Their imposing size and sculptural quality make them true statement pieces.

These candelabra are highly desirable for collectors and connoisseurs of fine Art Nouveau decorative arts.

This impressive Art Nouveau gilt bronze vase “La pêche au filet” by French sculptor Alexandre Vibert exemplifies the refined artistry of late 19th-century French decorative arts.

The sculptural composition depicts a graceful nude female figure fishing with a net, executed with remarkable movement and detail. Crafted in gilt bronze, the vase bears the signature “A. Vibert” alongside the prestigious Siot Decauville Paris foundry seal, one of the leading Parisian art foundries of the Belle Époque period.

This rare model is documented in important reference publications including Etains 1900 by Philippe Dahan and The Paris Salons 1895–1914 by Alastair Duncan, further enhancing its collector value and historical importance.

An exceptional statement piece for sophisticated interiors, collectors, and Art Nouveau enthusiasts.

An elegant and highly decorative Art Nouveau bronze bust titled ‘Saïda’, created by the celebrated French sculptor Emmanuel Villanis (1858–1914), one of the leading sculptors of the French fin-de-siècle period.

Executed circa 1890, this refined female bust perfectly illustrates the poetic elegance of the Art Nouveau movement. The sculpture features a beautiful multicolour patina enhancing the delicate facial modelling and finely detailed hairstyle.

The work bears the signature ‘E. Villanis’ together with the foundry seal of the Société des Bronzes de Paris, confirming both authenticity and exceptional casting quality.

Villanis became internationally renowned for his graceful female figures inspired by mythology, orientalism and idealised beauty. Today, his works are highly sought after by collectors of Art Nouveau sculpture, interior designers and high-end decorative art enthusiasts.

A rare and refined collector’s piece with excellent literature references.

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Illustration of this model in:
Beeldhouwkunst in België, Engelen Marx.