1900s French Antique White Art Nouveau Marble Bust by Boilay

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This 1900s Art Nouveau marble bust by Boilay from France is carved in white marble as a bust of a … Read more This 1900s Art Nouveau marble bust by Boilay from France is carved in white marble as a bust of a young woman in a headband. The delicate features and the softly modeled hair reflect the dreamy, sculptural taste of the turn of the century. Art Nouveau flourished from about 1890 to 1910, taking its inspiration from the curves of plants and flowing lines, and treating furniture and decorative objects as complete works of art. A natural patina has developed over the decades, adding depth that cannot be reproduced. It rewards a closer look and adds depth to a curated collection or a quiet vignette. See less