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Paul César Helleu — Madame Helleu Dressing
Paul César Helleu

Madame Helleu Dressing

A delicate portrait study by Paul César Helleu depicting Madame Helleu in her dressing room, executed with the artist's characteristic fluid draftsmanship. The work showcases the artist's mastery of colored chalks to capture an intimate moment of daily life.

Medium
black, red and white chalks on paper
Spotted At
Auction House · Sotheby's

🔨 Auction Lot

European & British Art

December 9, 2021

Estimate: $7,000 – $10,000

Lot 63

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Paul César Helleu, Madame Helleu Dressing

A delicate portrait study by Paul César Helleu depicting Madame Helleu in her dressing room, executed with the artist's characteristic fluid draftsmanship. The work showcases the artist's mastery of colored chalks to capture an intimate moment of daily life.

Medium
black, red and white chalks on paper
Seen at
Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Figure Study, Chalk Drawing, French Art, Sketch, Dressing Room, Portrait, Intimate Scene, Belle Époque

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Cleveland Museum of Art