Fructidor Antique Signed Rigual Statue Young Woman

This lovely statue of a beautiful young woman, "Fructidor," dates from the Art Nouveau period about 1900. Signed "P. Rigual," this naturalistic work of art represent a gatherer of fruit, the name also refers to the French Republican Calendar - Fructidor - the third month of summer, or harvest. The glowing chocolate patina has slight wear and there is a repair to the neck.

Often referred to as Pablo Rigual, his granddaughter contacted us and confirmed his full name was Pedro Ramon Jose Rigual and he was born in Barcelona, not Portugal as often heard March 19, 1863 of french parents, Francois Rigual and Gertrude Miro. He died April 24, 1917 in Paris where he lived all his life and where he raised 3 sons and a daughter.

He created sculpture in bronze, marble and ivory. This elegant bust is cast spelter, a metal alloy similar to pewter. Size of this antique French artwork is 7" wide and 22" tall.

This charming piece can be shipped safely Priority Mail anywhere in the 48 states for $40.00.

This piece has been rephotographed and relisted.

Item # X-S2314 WEBO