Paul Philippe (1870-1930) "Le Challenge" Art Deco/ Art Nouveau Period Life Size White Carrara Marble Sculpture Circa 1920
 
Paul Philippe (1870-1930) , "Le Challenge" , Art Deco/ Art Nouveau period life size sculpture of a standing female nude in a defiant stance, confidently showing her beauty , her arms crossed over her chest , hand sculpted in white statuary Carrara marble .
France Circa: 1920
 
Literature:
Bryan Catley, Art Deco and other Figures, Antique Collectors Club, London, 1978, p. 250 (illustrated, another example) in bronze.
 
Provenance:
Private Collection, Florida.
 
height 68 in.
 
Condition:
Very good condition, no breaks or restoration, was cleaned due to the fact that it was displayed outside at one point , showing some weathering mainly to base.