Marmeren standbeeld van een vrouw met een toga c. 1878 - 1881

This black and white photograph, taken between 1878 and 1881, shows a marble sculpture by Louis-Emile Durandelle. The image depicts a female figure draped in a toga, a common motif in classical sculpture. The sculpture is likely meant to be a decorative piece, as indicated by the title "Statues Decoratives." The figure's pose, with one arm raised and the other holding the fabric of the toga, suggests a sense of grace and elegance, a common theme in Neoclassical art. The image offers a glimpse into the artistic trends of the late 19th century in France, particularly the continued fascination with classical antiquity.