François-Raoul Larche Lighted Gilt Bronze Sculpture of Loïe Fuller

This French Art Nouveau gilt bronze lighted sculpture of Loïe Fuller, was designed and sculpted by François-Raoul Larche. This​ is​ the most famous of all bronzes to be made in the Art Nouveau aesthetic.​ ​Here, Larche represents the famous American dancer and choreographer, Loïe Fuller, performing the scarf dance for which she was international famous. Her flowing robes and fabrics conceal a single light bulb. Fuller was famous for using the billows and movements of her specially-made clothing, along with different colored lights, to create a fantastical environment. For this piece, Larche makes reference to both Fuller's clothing and the shining lights used to illuminate her dances.