Eugene Marioton (1857–1933)

Marioton Esmeralda is a bronze sculpture that represents a literary-inspired piece of French decorative sculpture from the late 19th century. The slender female figure's graceful contrapposto and the curve of the raised arm distinctly organize the rhythm of the composition, complemented decoratively by the motif of the goat standing beside her. The surface treatment is uniform and warm-toned, emphasizing the fine patterns of the fabric drapery and the figure's clear silhouette.