P. HELLEU (1859-1927), Parisian in profile, around... Lot 574

P. HELLEU (1859-1927), Parisian in profile, around 1900, color etching Paul César Helleu (1859 Vannes, Brittany - 1927 Paris): Elegant Parisian in profile, c. 1900, color etching Technique: color etching on Paper, rolled-on on Cardboard Inscription: Lower right signed in the printing plate: "Helleu". At the lower part inscribed in the printing plate: "Parisienne IV". Date: c. 1900 Description: The artwork illustrates the profile of an elegant woman in fine lines. Her hair, rich and textured, is highlighted by coloured accents in the barrettes, lending a light colourfulness to the depiction. Her pose, characterised by grace and poise, is accentuated by a restrained colour palette that highlights the delicate face and downcast gaze. The partially sketched body hints at perfection in the unfinished depiction. From a series of portraits of women from Paris. Keywords: Profile; Woman; Elegance; Hair splendour; Lines; Grace; Confidence; Colour accents; Lowered gaze; Unfinished portrayal; Hair clips; Colour palette; Artwork; Illustration; Pose; Delicacy; Structured; Restraint; Academic discourse;, 20th century, Art Nouveau, Portraits, France, Size: Cardboard: 31,0 cm x 18,3 cm (12,2 x 7,2 in)