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Eugène AIZELIN (1821–1902)

An elegant lady of the First Empire

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An elegant lady of the First Empire

Presumed portrait of Pauline Borghese. White
Carrara marble.
Signed on the base.
Height: 89 cm
(Minor imperfections)

This beautiful marble sculpture, executed with particular skill, appears to be unique. It depicts an elegant woman in a First Empire-style costume, and it is possible that she is a prominent figure – perhaps Pauline Borghese, whose features are echoed in Antonio Canova’s famous marble sculpture.