Female figure playing violin 1802 - 1902

Alexandre-Louis-Marie Charpentier's "Female figure playing violin" is a bronze relief sculpture, housed in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, that depicts a nude female figure playing the violin. The artist is known for his naturalistic style and this piece, created between 1802 and 1902, exemplifies his work. The figure’s pose is dynamic, capturing the energy of music-making, while the detailed rendering of the figure's anatomy highlights the artist's skill. The sculpture, measuring just 3 11/16 × 4 3/8 inches, showcases the delicate beauty of the human form and the expressive power of music.