French Sculptor Collection

Zacharie Astruc (1835-1907), from Galerie Contemporaine, c. 1874-78 (b / w photo)
STC129101 Zacharie Astruc (1835-1907), from Galerie Contemporaine, c.1874-78 (b/w photo) by Mulnier, Ferdinand (1826-86); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Head of Jane Poupelet (1878-1932) 1897 (marble)
XIR231257 Head of Jane Poupelet (1878-1932) 1897 (marble) by Schnegg, Lucien (1864-1909); height: 38 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Antoine Etex (1808-88), from Galerie Contemporaine, c. 1874-78 (b / w photo)
STC129136 Antoine Etex (1808-88), from Galerie Contemporaine, c.1874-78 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Zacharie Astruc (1835-1907) (oil on canvas)
XIR220791 Portrait of Zacharie Astruc (1835-1907) (oil on canvas) by Carolus-Duran, Charles Emile Auguste (1837-1917); 41x31 cm; Musee d Orsay, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Antonin Mercie (1845-1916), from Galerie Contemporaine, c. 1874-78 (b / w photo)
STC129159 Antonin Mercie (1845-1916), from Galerie Contemporaine, c.1874-78 (b/w photo) by French Photographer, (19th century); Private Collection; The Stapleton Collection; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Jules Franceschi, c. 1860 (b / w photo)
888569 Portrait of Jules Franceschi, c.1860 (b/w photo) by Petit (19th-20th century); Archives Larousse, Paris, France; (add.info.: Louis-Julien Franceschi)

Martin van den Bogaert (1640-94) known as Desjardins, 1692 (oil on canvas)
XIR232695 Martin van den Bogaert (1640-94) known as Desjardins, 1692 (oil on canvas) by Rigaud, Hyacinthe Francois (1659-1743); 141x106 cm; Louvre, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Francois Girardon (1628-1715) (oil on canvas)
XMN244112 Francois Girardon (1628-1715) (oil on canvas) by French School, (18th century); Musee de Picardie, Amiens, France; Giraudon; French, out of copyright

Bust of Louis-Pierre Deseine (1749-1822) 1807 (stone)
XIR234133 Bust of Louis-Pierre Deseine (1749-1822) 1807 (stone) by Deseine, Madeleine Anne (1758-1839); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Portrait of Alexander Falguiere (1831-1900) 1887 (oil on canvas)
XIR231571 Portrait of Alexander Falguiere (1831-1900) 1887 (oil on canvas) by Bonnat, Leon Joseph Florentin (1833-1922); 68x56 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; French, out of copyright

Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (1827-75) (b / w photo)
XIR231228 Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux (1827-75) (b/w photo) by Disderi, Andre Adolphe Eugene (1819-89/90); Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee Carnavalet, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Bust of Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) 1909 (bronze)
XIR246459 Bust of Auguste Rodin (1840-1917) 1909 (bronze) by Bourdelle, Emile-Antoine (1861-1929); height: 67 cm; Musee Bourdelle, Paris, France; French, out of copyright

Oscar Miestchaninoff (1886-1956) 1917 (oil on canvas)
XIR211730 Oscar Miestchaninoff (1886-1956) 1917 (oil on canvas) by Modigliani, Amedeo (1884-1920); Perls Galleries, New York, USA; Italian, out of copyright

Portrait of Jean Paul Aube (1837-1916) and his son (pastel)
XIR161383 Portrait of Jean Paul Aube (1837-1916) and his son (pastel) by Gauguin, Paul (1848-1903); 53x71 cm; Musee de la Ville de Paris, Musee du Petit-Palais, France; French, out of copyright

Antoine Coysevox (1640-1720) 1711 (oil on canvas)
XIR207619 Antoine Coysevox (1640-1720) 1711 (oil on canvas) by Allou, Gilles (1670-1751); 129x96 cm; ChAteau de Versailles, France; (add.info.: worked at the palace of Versailles; ); French

Jules Dalou (1838-1902) being awarded with the medal of the Legion of Honour by Emile Loubet
XIR192352 Jules Dalou (1838-1902) being awarded with the medal of the Legion of Honour by Emile Loubet (1838-1929) from Le Petit Journal, 4th December 1899 (coloured engraving) by Tofani

Henri Gaudier-Brzeska (1891-1915) (b&w photo)
XJF105875 Henri Gaudier-Brzeska (1891-1915) (b&w photo) by French Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; French, out of copyright

Louis-Francois Roubiliac (1695-1762) Modelling his Monument to Shakespeare (oil
XYC147964 Louis-Francois Roubiliac (1695-1762) Modelling his Monument to Shakespeare (oil on canvas) by Carpentiers, Adrien (c.1713-78); 127.5x101 cm; Yale Center for British Art

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The world of French sculpture is a rich tapestry of talent and creativity, spanning centuries and encompassing a diverse range of styles. From the masterpieces captured in black and white photographs to the vibrant oil paintings that bring these artists to life, each work tells a unique story. Zacharie Astruc (1835-1907), featured in Galerie Contemporaine from 1874-78, left an indelible mark on the art world. His head of Jane Poupelet (1878-1932) crafted in marble showcases his meticulous attention to detail and ability to capture human emotion. Another prominent sculptor, Antoine Etex (1808-88), also showcased his brilliance through Galerie Contemporaine. His black and white photograph reveals the depth of his artistic vision. In contrast, Zacharie Astruc's portrait painted with oil on canvas captures not only his likeness but also hints at the inner workings of his mind. Antonin Mercie (1845-1916) was yet another luminary whose works graced Galerie Contemporaine during its heyday. The monochromatic photo highlights the intensity behind Mercie's creations. Jules Franceschi, immortalized in a black and white photograph dating back to around 1860, stands as a testament to both timelessness and innovation within French sculpture. Martin van den Bogaert known as Desjardins (1640-94) transported viewers into religious realms with his depiction of Jesus Adolescent Nazareth within a French church orphanage. This evocative piece invites contemplation on faith and spirituality. Francois Girardon's oil painting portrays scenes from history with remarkable skill; it is evident why he remains celebrated even today. Louis-Pierre Deseine's bust created in stone serves as an enduring tribute capturing both physicality and character traits for posterity - truly encapsulating Deseine himself who lived between 1749-1822.