Luca Madrassi

Madrassi began his studies in Rome before travelling to Paris, where he became the pupil of Pierre-Jules Cavalier at the Ecole des Beaux Arts. He then joined the studio of Carrier-Belleuse whose influence is evident in Madrassi's lyrical style. He settled in France and took French nationality. 

This striking and elegant female nude represents an allegory of Dawn. The sculptor's skill is evident in the intricate carving of the billowing drapery from which the woman emerges, like daylight from the night.