Jules Jouant – The Bather | Art Nouveau Bronze Sculpture, 71 cm
An impressive French Art Nouveau art object featuring an elegant female figure, beautiful patina, and a striking presence.
Large bronze sculpture by the French sculptor Jules Jouant (1863–1938), created around 1910–1915. The sculpture depicts a standing female figure with outstretched arms and a light, almost ethereal expression. The long, organic lines, detailed hair, and elegant posture reflect the Art Nouveau period's fascination with the female figure, movement, and nature's soft forms.
The figure is made of solid bronze with a beautiful, dark, and lively patina and stands on an elegant dark marble base. With its height of 71 cm and a weight of 8.9 kg, the sculpture has an impressive physical presence and functions as an independent art object rather than merely decorative interior.
The base features the clear cast signature "Jules Jouant". In addition, the sculpture is marked with the classic French foundry mark "Bronze Garanti Paris J.B. Déposée" and the numbering A 1293. The combination of signature, foundry mark, and numbering contributes to the sculpture's verifiable provenance and makes it particularly interesting for collectors of French art and Art Nouveau.
The bronze's patina beautifully varies from deep dark shades to warmer golden tones on the most prominent areas. On the shoulders, hands, and legs, among other places, natural patina wear is visible, where the underlying metal is slightly exposed. Green/blue verdigris is also visible under the base. These traces are a natural part of the sculpture's age and history, adding a lively authenticity to the surface.
Selected with a focus on NITUSH DNA – carefully chosen objects with history, character, and a strong visual presence.
History & context — read more ▾
Jules Jouant was a French sculptor and decorative artist who worked in Paris around the turn of the century and into the early 1900s. His works span figurative sculpture, portraits, and decorative art objects, reflecting the French interest in artistic bronze design.
```The female figure is referred to in auction and art market literature, among other terms, by the French designation baigneuse, meaning bathing woman. The term La Baigneuse is therefore used here as a motif designation and not as a claimed original title from the artist's hand. The model is documented in international auction references as a large bronze figure on a marble base with a height of 71 cm.
```About the designer — read more ▾
Jules Jouant (1863–1938) was a French sculptor based in Paris. He was trained at the École des beaux-arts de Paris and worked as a praticien for Auguste Rodin, among others. Jouant exhibited at the French salons and worked with both sculpture and decorative art.
```His formal language ranges from classical figurative sculpture to the more organic and decorative aesthetics associated with Art Nouveau. Jouant's works can be found in public collections and on the international art and auction market.
```Details
Type: Art Nouveau bronze sculpture
Designer / Manufacturer: Jules Jouant, France
Material: Solid bronze with patina, dark marble
Period: Approx. 1910–1915
Motif: Standing female figure / baigneuse
Signature: Cast “Jules Jouant”
Foundry mark: “Bronze Garanti Paris J.B. Déposée”
Numbering: A 1293
Measurements
Height: 71 cm
Weight: 8.9 kg
Condition
The sculpture is in beautiful antique condition with a lovely, naturally varied patina. Age-related patina wear is visible on prominent areas, including the shoulders, hands, and legs, where the underlying metal is slightly exposed. Green/blue verdigris is visible under the base. These traces of time are a natural part of the sculpture's expression. See the pictures for a detailed assessment of condition and patina.
As this is a unique vintage find, the item is sold as seen. The pictures are part of the description.
We always describe the condition as accurately as possible and the pictures are part of the description.
Minor signs of use and patina are a natural part of vintage items and contribute to their character and authenticity.
Please contact us for further information or additional pictures.
We offer delivery throughout Denmark.
Smaller items are sent by freight, while larger furniture is individually priced depending on size and delivery address.
Please contact us for a freight estimate, or read more here:
Read more about delivery & collection →
Collection in Stege is also possible by appointment.
We recommend gentle cleaning and care adapted to the material.
Avoid harsh chemicals to preserve the surface and patina.
→ See our guide to vintage furniture care
All items at NITUSH are hand-picked vintage finds. Items are pre-owned or vintage, unless otherwise stated.
Minor patina and signs of wear are a natural part of the item's history.
We strive to describe and display all items as accurately as possible – the pictures are therefore an important part of the description and should be reviewed carefully.
As many items are unique finds, exchanges are generally not offered.
Colors may be perceived differently depending on screen and lighting conditions, and may therefore deviate slightly from what is shown.
If you have any questions about the item, please do not hesitate to contact us.
An impressive French Art Nouveau art object featuring an elegant female figure, beautiful patina, and a striking presence.
Large bronze sculpture by the French sculptor Jules Jouant (1863–1938), created around 1910–1915. The sculpture depicts a standing female figure with outstretched arms and a light, almost ethereal expression. The long, organic lines, detailed hair, and elegant posture reflect the Art Nouveau period's fascination with the female figure, movement, and nature's soft forms.
The figure is made of solid bronze with a beautiful, dark, and lively patina and stands on an elegant dark marble base. With its height of 71 cm and a weight of 8.9 kg, the sculpture has an impressive physical presence and functions as an independent art object rather than merely decorative interior.
The base features the clear cast signature "Jules Jouant". In addition, the sculpture is marked with the classic French foundry mark "Bronze Garanti Paris J.B. Déposée" and the numbering A 1293. The combination of signature, foundry mark, and numbering contributes to the sculpture's verifiable provenance and makes it particularly interesting for collectors of French art and Art Nouveau.
The bronze's patina beautifully varies from deep dark shades to warmer golden tones on the most prominent areas. On the shoulders, hands, and legs, among other places, natural patina wear is visible, where the underlying metal is slightly exposed. Green/blue verdigris is also visible under the base. These traces are a natural part of the sculpture's age and history, adding a lively authenticity to the surface.
Selected with a focus on NITUSH DNA – carefully chosen objects with history, character, and a strong visual presence.
History & context — read more ▾
Jules Jouant was a French sculptor and decorative artist who worked in Paris around the turn of the century and into the early 1900s. His works span figurative sculpture, portraits, and decorative art objects, reflecting the French interest in artistic bronze design.
```The female figure is referred to in auction and art market literature, among other terms, by the French designation baigneuse, meaning bathing woman. The term La Baigneuse is therefore used here as a motif designation and not as a claimed original title from the artist's hand. The model is documented in international auction references as a large bronze figure on a marble base with a height of 71 cm.
```About the designer — read more ▾
Jules Jouant (1863–1938) was a French sculptor based in Paris. He was trained at the École des beaux-arts de Paris and worked as a praticien for Auguste Rodin, among others. Jouant exhibited at the French salons and worked with both sculpture and decorative art.
```His formal language ranges from classical figurative sculpture to the more organic and decorative aesthetics associated with Art Nouveau. Jouant's works can be found in public collections and on the international art and auction market.
```Details
Type: Art Nouveau bronze sculpture
Designer / Manufacturer: Jules Jouant, France
Material: Solid bronze with patina, dark marble
Period: Approx. 1910–1915
Motif: Standing female figure / baigneuse
Signature: Cast “Jules Jouant”
Foundry mark: “Bronze Garanti Paris J.B. Déposée”
Numbering: A 1293
Measurements
Height: 71 cm
Weight: 8.9 kg
Condition
The sculpture is in beautiful antique condition with a lovely, naturally varied patina. Age-related patina wear is visible on prominent areas, including the shoulders, hands, and legs, where the underlying metal is slightly exposed. Green/blue verdigris is visible under the base. These traces of time are a natural part of the sculpture's expression. See the pictures for a detailed assessment of condition and patina.
As this is a unique vintage find, the item is sold as seen. The pictures are part of the description.
We always describe the condition as accurately as possible and the pictures are part of the description.
Minor signs of use and patina are a natural part of vintage items and contribute to their character and authenticity.
Please contact us for further information or additional pictures.
We offer delivery throughout Denmark.
Smaller items are sent by freight, while larger furniture is individually priced depending on size and delivery address.
Please contact us for a freight estimate, or read more here:
Read more about delivery & collection →
Collection in Stege is also possible by appointment.
We recommend gentle cleaning and care adapted to the material.
Avoid harsh chemicals to preserve the surface and patina.
→ See our guide to vintage furniture care
All items at NITUSH are hand-picked vintage finds. Items are pre-owned or vintage, unless otherwise stated.
Minor patina and signs of wear are a natural part of the item's history.
We strive to describe and display all items as accurately as possible – the pictures are therefore an important part of the description and should be reviewed carefully.
As many items are unique finds, exchanges are generally not offered.
Colors may be perceived differently depending on screen and lighting conditions, and may therefore deviate slightly from what is shown.
If you have any questions about the item, please do not hesitate to contact us.