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French Antique (Ca. 1905) Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Cinderella, Emmanuel Villanis
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French Antique (Ca. 1905) Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Cinderella, Emmanuel Villanis

1900 - 1920
Sold 20 March 2026 · Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art
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French antique (ca. 1905) Art Nouveau bronze bust of Cinderella (Cendrillon) by Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914), modelled as a beautiful young woman wearing a loosely draped blouse and gazing downwards, standing on a castellated shaped square base. Signed on the shoulder. Ca. 32cm high x 17.5cm wide x 12cm deep, weight 3.4kg

Superb condition.

Cinderella is a chamber comic opera by Pauline Viardot, and is based on the folk tale of the same name. The work has a cast of seven with piano orchestration, and was first premiered in Viardot's Paris salon on 23rd April 1904. Marie (Cendrillon) is the servant in the house of her father, who is a low noble in an alternative reality of France where Royalty still existed in 1904.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Art Nouveau Bronze Bust to the 1900s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
17.5cm (6.89")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1201269
Dealers Internal Reference
AD742
Description
French antique (ca. 1905) Art Nouveau bronze bust of Cinderella (Cendrillon) by Emmanuel Villanis (1858-1914), modelled as a beautiful young woman wearing a loosely draped blouse and gazing downwards, standing on a castellated shaped square base. Signed on the shoulder. Ca. 32cm high x 17.5cm wide x 12cm deep, weight 3.4kg
fig 1. An antique dark patinated bronze bust of a female figure featuring flowing hair and floral relief motifs on the garments.
fig 1. French Antique (Ca. 1905) Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Cinderella, Emmanuel Villanis

Superb condition.

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Cinderella is a chamber comic opera by Pauline Viardot, and is based on the folk tale of the same name.
Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art

The work has a cast of seven with piano orchestration, and was first premiered in Viardot's Paris salon on 23rd April 1904. Marie (Cendrillon) is the servant in the house of her father, who is a low noble in an alternative reality of France where Royalty still existed in 1904.

Date of Manufacture

Antik Dragon Japanese & Other Fine Art has dated this Art Nouveau Bronze Bust to the 1900s.

Height
32cm (12.60")
Width
17.5cm (6.89")
Depth
12cm (4.72")
Reference Numbers
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SA1201269
Dealers Internal Ref
AD742
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Archive I An antique dark patinated bronze bust of a female figure featuring flowing hair and floral relief motifs on the garments. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

French Antique (Ca. 1905) Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Cinderella, Emmanuel Villanis

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Archive X An antique dark patinated bronze bust of a female figure featuring flowing hair and floral relief motifs on the garments. View X
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An antique dark patinated bronze bust of a female figure featuring flowing hair and floral relief motifs on the garments.
French Antique (ca. 1905) Art Nouveau Bronze Bust of Cinderella, Emmanuel Villanis
Ref: SA1201269
An antique dark patinated bronze bust of a female figure featuring flowing hair and floral relief motifs on the garments.
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  • ObjectSculptures & Busts
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleArt Nouveau
  • MaterialBronze
  • ColourDark Brown
  • MotifsFlowing hair, Floral relief, Draped fabric
  • SizeH 32 cm (13 in) x W 17.5 cm (7 in) x D 12 cm (5 in)

FAQs

Art Nouveau sculpture is characterised by flowing, organic lines, asymmetrical curves, and a heavy reliance on motifs inspired by nature, popular in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Foundry bronze, often finished with various chemical patinas ranging from deep brown to golden hues, was the primary medium utilised by master sculptors of this era.

Authenticity is typically verified by foundry marks, artist signatures embedded in the cast, the quality of the chasing work, and the natural oxidisation of the bronze patina over time.

Positioning the sculpture as a focal point on a mantelpiece, dark wood console, or bookshelf allows its intricate metallic texture to contrast effectively against minimalist backdrops.

Maintain the integrity of the original patina by dusting gently with a soft, dry microfibre cloth, avoiding any chemical polishes, abrasive cleaners, or excess moisture.
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