This is a beautiful bronze sculpture of a classical maiden made from the lost wax process 'cire perdue', after Emile Loius Picault.

 Émile Louis Picault (1833–1915) was a French sculptor, best known for works depicting allegorical and patriotic subjects, and mythological heroes. The maiden in her flowing robe is leaning on an urn resting on a classical column.

 It is a recast of an original and signed Picault.

 The attention to detail is fantastic and the sculpture, set on an attractive marble base, is extremely lifelike.

 Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 49 x Width 28 x Depth 16 Dimensions in inches: Height 1 foot, 7 inches x Width 11 inches x Depth 6 inches Lost Wax Method sometimes called by the French name of cire perdue or the Latin, cera perduta is the process by which a bronze or brass is cast from an artists sculpture. In industrial uses, the modern process is called investment casting. An ancient practice, the process today varies from foundry to foundry, but the steps which are usually used in casting small bronze sculptures in a modern bronze foundry are generally quite standardised. Our reference: 03582 Please feel free to email or call us (+44 20 8809 9605) to arrange a viewing in our North London warehouse. Shipping: We ship worldwide and deliver to Mainland UK addresses free of charge. A shipping cost to all other destinations must be requested prior to purchase.