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Paul Helleu Collection

Paul Helleu, a masterful artist known for his exquisite portraits and captivating scenes, left an indelible mark on the art world

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Daisy, Princess of Pless in the Artists Studio, 1907 (oil on canvas)

Daisy, Princess of Pless in the Artists Studio, 1907 (oil on canvas)
658891 Daisy, Princess of Pless in the Artists Studio, 1907 (oil on canvas) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 118x73 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Daisy)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Madame Helleu Reading, with Paulette Lying Beside her on a Sofa, (black

Madame Helleu Reading, with Paulette Lying Beside her on a Sofa, (black
659148 Madame Helleu Reading, with Paulette Lying Beside her on a Sofa, (black, red and white chalk on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 30.5x53 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Harbour Entrance at Deauville; Entree du Bassin de Deauville, (oil on canvas)

Harbour Entrance at Deauville; Entree du Bassin de Deauville, (oil on canvas)
658929 Harbour Entrance at Deauville; Entree du Bassin de Deauville, (oil on canvas) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 65x81 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: The Daughter of the Marquise of Elbe, c. 1901 (bodycolour)

The Daughter of the Marquise of Elbe, c. 1901 (bodycolour)
658682 The Daughter of the Marquise of Elbe, c.1901 (bodycolour) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 67x54 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Daughter of the Marquise of Elbe)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of a Lady, possibly Madam Van Cleef (nee Lopez Penna Hebe), (black

Portrait of a Lady, possibly Madam Van Cleef (nee Lopez Penna Hebe), (black
824395 Portrait of a Lady, possibly Madam Van Cleef (nee Lopez Penna Hebe), (black, red and white chalks on paper) by Helleu

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of a Lady, thought to be Madame Helleu, (black, red and white chalk)

Portrait of a Lady, thought to be Madame Helleu, (black, red and white chalk)
827278 Portrait of a Lady, thought to be Madame Helleu, (black, red and white chalk) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 61.8x44 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Young Woman on the Sofa; Jeune Femme au Divan, (red, black

Young Woman on the Sofa; Jeune Femme au Divan, (red, black
824472 Young Woman on the Sofa; Jeune Femme au Divan, (red, black and white chalks on paper laid down on card) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 52.4x71.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Madame Helleu on the Yacht Etoile, c. 1902 (oil on canvas)

Madame Helleu on the Yacht Etoile, c. 1902 (oil on canvas)
659023 Madame Helleu on the Yacht Etoile, c.1902 (oil on canvas) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 81x65 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu on the Yacht Etoile)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Madame Helleu seated by a Harp, (red, black and white chalks)

Madame Helleu seated by a Harp, (red, black and white chalks)
658757 Madame Helleu seated by a Harp, (red, black and white chalks) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 78.5x47 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu seated by a Harp)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Madame Helleu Reading, (black, red and white chalk on paper)

Madame Helleu Reading, (black, red and white chalk on paper)
659149 Madame Helleu Reading, (black, red and white chalk on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 45.7x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu Reading)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: An Elegant Lady, (black, red and white chalk on paper)

An Elegant Lady, (black, red and white chalk on paper)
659147 An Elegant Lady, (black, red and white chalk on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 62x38 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Elegant Lady. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Paul Helleu Peignant (Paul Helleu Painting) (colour litho)

Paul Helleu Peignant (Paul Helleu Painting) (colour litho)
3099021 Paul Helleu Peignant (Paul Helleu Painting) (colour litho) by Sargent, John Singer (1856-1925) (after); Private Collection; (add.info.: Paul Helleu Peignant (Paul Helleu Painting)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Madame Helleu Reclining on a Chaise-Longue, (red, black and white chalk on paper)

Madame Helleu Reclining on a Chaise-Longue, (red, black and white chalk on paper)
658591 Madame Helleu Reclining on a Chaise-Longue, (red, black and white chalk on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 52x70.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of Madame Helleu Leaning on a Table, (black, red and white chalks on paper)

Portrait of Madame Helleu Leaning on a Table, (black, red and white chalks on paper)
658550 Portrait of Madame Helleu Leaning on a Table, (black, red and white chalks on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 73.7x55.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of Jessie Margery Dunthorne, (pastel on canvas)

Portrait of Jessie Margery Dunthorne, (pastel on canvas)
1197509 Portrait of Jessie Margery Dunthorne, (pastel on canvas) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 70.7x59 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French, out of copyright

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Dora Hugo and the Wife of the Artist; Dora Hugo et la Femme de L Artiste

Dora Hugo and the Wife of the Artist; Dora Hugo et la Femme de L Artiste
1197026 Dora Hugo and the Wife of the Artist; Dora Hugo et la Femme de L Artiste, (oil on canvas) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 65x81 cm; Private Collection; Photo eChristies Images; French

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: The Letter; La Lettre, (oil on canvas)

The Letter; La Lettre, (oil on canvas)
824464 The Letter; La Lettre, (oil on canvas) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 59.7x73.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: The Letter; La Lettre. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927). Oil on canvas

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Madame Helleu, c. 1900-02 (red, black and white chalks on paper)

Madame Helleu, c. 1900-02 (red, black and white chalks on paper)
823570 Madame Helleu, c.1900-02 (red, black and white chalks on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 63.5x48.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of a Lady, (black led, black, red and white chalk)

Portrait of a Lady, (black led, black, red and white chalk)
827040 Portrait of a Lady, (black led, black, red and white chalk) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 75.7x63.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: An Elegant Lady in a White Dress, (black, red, grey and white chalks)

An Elegant Lady in a White Dress, (black, red, grey and white chalks)
658756 An Elegant Lady in a White Dress, (black, red, grey and white chalks) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 80x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Elegant Lady in a White Dress)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Woman Reclining; Femme Allongee, (coloured chalks on paper)

Woman Reclining; Femme Allongee, (coloured chalks on paper)
823496 Woman Reclining; Femme Allongee, (coloured chalks on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 52.5x72 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Woman Reclining; Femme Allongee)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of Madame Helleu, reading, (red chalk on paper)

Portrait of Madame Helleu, reading, (red chalk on paper)
989306 Portrait of Madame Helleu, reading, (red chalk on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 54x40.7 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Madame Helleu, reading)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Sketches of Mme, (red, black and white chalk on cream paper laid down on paper)

Sketches of Mme, (red, black and white chalk on cream paper laid down on paper)
827429 Sketches of Mme, (red, black and white chalk on cream paper laid down on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 34.7x48.2 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Sketches of Mme)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Ms. Helleu at Sea, Yacht Bird; Madame Helleu en Mer, Yacht Bird, (oil on canvas)

Ms. Helleu at Sea, Yacht Bird; Madame Helleu en Mer, Yacht Bird, (oil on canvas)
658740 Ms. Helleu at Sea, Yacht Bird; Madame Helleu en Mer, Yacht Bird, (oil on canvas) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 58x65.4 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Ms)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of Miss Taylor Leaning on a Table, (black, red and white chalks on paper)

Portrait of Miss Taylor Leaning on a Table, (black, red and white chalks on paper)
658549 Portrait of Miss Taylor Leaning on a Table, (black, red and white chalks on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 82.1x62.8 cm; Private Collection; (add.info)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Madame Helleu au Chapeau, (pencil and coloured chalks on paper)

Madame Helleu au Chapeau, (pencil and coloured chalks on paper)
823571 Madame Helleu au Chapeau, (pencil and coloured chalks on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 63x44.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu au Chapeau)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Madame Helleu Resting, (red and white chalks on paper)

Madame Helleu Resting, (red and white chalks on paper)
823485 Madame Helleu Resting, (red and white chalks on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 73.5x54.6 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Madame Helleu Resting. Paul-Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of Peggy Letellier, (pastel on paper)

Portrait of Peggy Letellier, (pastel on paper)
989591 Portrait of Peggy Letellier, (pastel on paper) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 88.5x70 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of Peggy Letellier. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Two Studies of Ellen, the Artists Daughter, (black, red and white chalk)

Two Studies of Ellen, the Artists Daughter, (black, red and white chalk)
827279 Two Studies of Ellen, the Artists Daughter, (black, red and white chalk) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 52x37.5 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Two Studies of Ellen)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: An Elegant Lady, Standing full-length, (black, red and white chalk)

An Elegant Lady, Standing full-length, (black, red and white chalk)
827229 An Elegant Lady, Standing full-length, (black, red and white chalk) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 74.2x56 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: An Elegant Lady, Standing full-length)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of a Lady, seated, (red, black and white chalk)

Portrait of a Lady, seated, (red, black and white chalk)
827230 Portrait of a Lady, seated, (red, black and white chalk) by Helleu, Paul Cesar (1859-1927); 61x48 cm; Private Collection; (add.info.: Portrait of a Lady, seated. Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927)

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: James Abbott McNeill Whistler, 1897, (1903). Creator: Unknown

James Abbott McNeill Whistler, 1897, (1903). Creator: Unknown
James Abbott McNeill Whistler, 1897, (1903). Portrait of American artist Whistler (1834-1903), who was based primarily in the United Kingdom. After a dry-point portrait by Paul Helleu

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Etude, c1890, (1894). Artist: Paul Helleu

Etude, c1890, (1894). Artist: Paul Helleu
Etude, c1890, (1894). From The Studio Volume 3. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1894]

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: A sketch for a portrait of children, c1897. Artist: Paul Helleu

A sketch for a portrait of children, c1897. Artist: Paul Helleu
A sketch for a portrait of children, c1897. From The Studio Volume 10. [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1897]

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Portrait of the Artists Daughter, c1879-1903, (1903). Artist: Paul Helleu

Portrait of the Artists Daughter, c1879-1903, (1903). Artist: Paul Helleu
Portrait of the Artists Daughter. After a dry-point by Paul Cesar Helleu (1859-1927). From The Studio Volume 29 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1903.]

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Ellen Et Sa Grandmere, c1897. Artist: Paul Helleu

Ellen Et Sa Grandmere, c1897. Artist: Paul Helleu
Ellen Et Sa Grandmere, c1897. From The Studio Volume 10 [London Offices of the Studio, London, 1897]

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Jean Helleu, c1880-1920 (1924). Artist: Paul Helleu

Jean Helleu, c1880-1920 (1924). Artist: Paul Helleu
Jean Helleu, c1880-1920 (1924). A print from A History of French Etching from the 16th Century to the Present Day, by F L Leipnik, John Lane the Bodley Head Limited, London, 1924

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Lady in White, late 19th century(?). Artist: Paul Helleu

Lady in White, late 19th century(?). Artist: Paul Helleu
Lady in White, late 19th century(?). Found in the collection of the State A Pushkin Museum of Fine Arts, Moscow

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Female, 1902. Artist: Paul Helleu

Female, 1902. Artist: Paul Helleu
Female, 1902. Private collection

Background imagePaul Helleu Collection: Pauletta Helleu, c1879-1927. Artist: Paul Helleu

Pauletta Helleu, c1879-1927. Artist: Paul Helleu
Pauletta Helleu, c1879-1927. Sketch of the artists daughter, Private collection


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Paul Helleu, a masterful artist known for his exquisite portraits and captivating scenes, left an indelible mark on the art world. With each stroke of his brush or pencil, he brought to life the beauty and elegance that surrounded him. In "Monsieur Fiquet Admiring a Pastel by Degas, " Helleu showcases his skill in capturing intimate moments. The black lead medium adds depth and intensity to this mesmerizing piece. "Daisy, Princess of Pless in the Artists Studio" reveals Helleu's ability to portray regality on canvas through oil paints. The richness of colors brings out the grace and allure of his subject. In "Madame Helleu Reading, " we witness a tender moment as Paulette lies beside her mother on a sofa. This black medium drawing exudes warmth and tranquility. Helleu's talent extends beyond portraiture as seen in "Harbour Entrance at Deauville. " Through oil paints, he transports us to the serene coastal town with its vibrant hues and lively atmosphere. "The Daughter of the Marquise of Elbe" showcases Helleu's mastery over bodycolor technique. The delicate shades bring out the innocence and purity radiating from this portrait. With "Portrait of a Lady, " possibly Madame Van Cleef (nee Lopez Penna Hebe), Helleu employs black, red, and white chalks to create an alluring image full of mystery and intrigue. The colored chalks used in "Portrait of Lucette" add vibrancy to this captivating portrayal. Every detail is meticulously rendered, highlighting both Lucette's beauty and Helleu's artistic prowess. Thought to be Madame Helleu herself, "Portrait of a Lady" captures her essence with intricate black, red, and white chalkwork. It reflects not only her elegance but also Paul's deep understanding of light and shadow play.