Exquisite Nude Bronze Lady W/ Heart & Arrows E. Peynot

Superb antique bronze sculpture depicting a beautiful nude maiden holding a heart in her right hand and a floral wreath and arrows in her left hand. She has a very beautiful and peaceful face. There is a golden glow of warmth and love emanating from this sculpture. It is inscribed E. Peynot in the bronze. The artist, Emile Edmond Peynot (1850-1932) was born in France on November 22, 1850 and died there on December 12, 1932. He studied with Jouffroy and Robinet and exhibited at the Salon from 1873 onwards, winning the Prix de Rome in 1880 and numerous medals between 1883-1886, as well as gold medals at the Exposition Universelles of 1889 and 1900. He became Chevalier of the Legion d'Honneur in 1891 and an officer in 1903. He sculptured many monuments and statues all over France. His minor works include projects from monuments, notably those honoering Claude Gellie and Paul Bert. This sculptor has auction records of more than $50,000. for some of his sculptures. The example we are offering is in excellent condition. She measures 17-1/2 inches high with a diameter at the marble base of 5 inches. Weight: 18-1/2 lbs. Guaranteed to please as are all our items.