Lot 7 , After Joseph Chinard (French 1756-1813). A French white marble bust of Juliette Récamier

After Joseph Chinard (French 1756-1813). A French white marble bust of Juliette Récamier, 32cm wide, 24cm deep, 63cm high
£2,000-3,000
Juliette Recamier was celebrated for her beauty and her many illustrious love affairs. Many artists portrayed her elegant looks but Chinard's bust is still considered the most successful. A terracotta version is in the Getty Museum of Art. Another was recently exhibited at the New Orleans Museum of Art in "Jefferson's America & Napoleon's France" celebrating the Louisiana Purchase Bicentennial.

Condition:
Honest untouched condition, now rather dirty with small spots and other marks scattered throughout, minor chipping around the rectangular integral plinth but essentially good order.

Sold for £2,800