Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914) - Sculpture, Büste " Lucrece " - 37 cm - Patinated bronze

Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914) was a highly regarded French sculptor known for his expressive and finely detailed patinated bronze sculptures, often depicting female figures with a romantic or allegorical character. His busts, such as "Lucrece," typically capture nuanced emotional depth and classic beauty, reflecting influences from the Belle Époque artistic movements. Patinated bronze, treated with surface coloring processes, lends these sculptures a rich, dark finish that highlights detail and texture. Villanis' works have become collectible as emblematic pieces of late 19th to early 20th-century sculptural art, bridging classical techniques with more modern, expressive themes.