No. 104480087

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BarBeni (1981) - Marguerite Gautier -new figure
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€ 101
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BarBeni (1981) - Marguerite Gautier -new figure

Marguerite Gautier is the main character of the novel La Dame aux Camélias (“The Lady of the Camellias”), written by Alexandre Dumas fils and published in 1848. The novel quickly became one of the best-selling and most influential works of the nineteenth century and later inspired Giuseppe Verdi’s famous opera “La Traviata.” ⸻ . Real-Life Inspiration The character of Marguerite Gautier was based on a real woman named Marie Duplessis. She was a beautiful and intelligent woman in Paris who rose from a humble background to become one of the most renowned demi-mondaines (courtesans or companions of wealthy men) of her time. Marie died young of tuberculosis at the age of about 23, and after her death, Dumas fils—who had been in love with her—wrote the novel in her memory. ⸻ . Plot Summary Marguerite Gautier is a young, beautiful, and wealthy woman living in Paris, who supports her luxurious lifestyle through her relationships with aristocrats and affluent men. She falls in love with a man named Armand Duval—a sincere and pure love that, for the first time, gives meaning to her life. However, the bourgeois society, Armand’s family, and Marguerite’s painful past stand in the way of their happiness. In the end, out of self-sacrifice, Marguerite separates from Armand to protect his future, and she dies alone, impoverished, and ill. ⸻ . Symbolism and Character Traits Marguerite Gautier became a symbol of the “fallen woman redeemed”—a woman outwardly immersed in a corrupt and material world, yet inwardly possessing a noble heart and a delicate soul. Her defining traits include: • Enchanting beauty coupled with inner sorrow • Aristocratic grace and refinement despite humble origins • Profound understanding of love and self-sacrifice • A sense of loneliness and early death (often depicted with a camellia flower, symbolizing purity and transience) …… About BarBeni: Behzad Mojarad Bigdeli, known by his stage name “BarBeni,” was born in 1981 in Tehran, Iran. He completed his studies in architecture and later obtained a two-year degree in sculpture from the University of Tehran. A self-taught artist in drawing, he has held several exhibitions on themes such as freedom, human rights, and nature, winning multiple awards in the fields of cartoons and caricature. For nearly three years, he has been living in Germany, where he has participated in several group exhibitions in Oldenburg and Hamburg. During this time, many of his paintings have been sold on reputable platforms such as Catawiki, SingularArt, and Saatchi. He is highly passionate about sharing his experiences and skills with the younger generation. Instagram: @bar__beni Packing process : the parcel will ship secure.in first step ,the parcel will cover by oily paper for Preventing scratching.in second step the cargo is wrapped around with bubble wrap plastic. In the third step, a cardboard holder is used along the length and width of the shipment, with supports installed to prevent the artwork from breaking. Finally, the package is placed inside a cardboard box.

No. 104480087

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BarBeni (1981) - Marguerite Gautier -new figure

BarBeni (1981) - Marguerite Gautier -new figure

Marguerite Gautier is the main character of the novel La Dame aux Camélias (“The Lady of the Camellias”), written by Alexandre Dumas fils and published in 1848.
The novel quickly became one of the best-selling and most influential works of the nineteenth century and later inspired Giuseppe Verdi’s famous opera “La Traviata.”



. Real-Life Inspiration

The character of Marguerite Gautier was based on a real woman named Marie Duplessis.
She was a beautiful and intelligent woman in Paris who rose from a humble background to become one of the most renowned demi-mondaines (courtesans or companions of wealthy men) of her time.
Marie died young of tuberculosis at the age of about 23, and after her death, Dumas fils—who had been in love with her—wrote the novel in her memory.



. Plot Summary

Marguerite Gautier is a young, beautiful, and wealthy woman living in Paris, who supports her luxurious lifestyle through her relationships with aristocrats and affluent men.
She falls in love with a man named Armand Duval—a sincere and pure love that, for the first time, gives meaning to her life.
However, the bourgeois society, Armand’s family, and Marguerite’s painful past stand in the way of their happiness.
In the end, out of self-sacrifice, Marguerite separates from Armand to protect his future, and she dies alone, impoverished, and ill.



. Symbolism and Character Traits

Marguerite Gautier became a symbol of the “fallen woman redeemed”—a woman outwardly immersed in a corrupt and material world, yet inwardly possessing a noble heart and a delicate soul.

Her defining traits include:
• Enchanting beauty coupled with inner sorrow
• Aristocratic grace and refinement despite humble origins
• Profound understanding of love and self-sacrifice
• A sense of loneliness and early death (often depicted with a camellia flower, symbolizing purity and transience)
……
About BarBeni:

Behzad Mojarad Bigdeli, known by his stage name “BarBeni,” was born in 1981 in Tehran, Iran. He completed his studies in architecture and later obtained a two-year degree in sculpture from the University of Tehran.

A self-taught artist in drawing, he has held several exhibitions on themes such as freedom, human rights, and nature, winning multiple awards in the fields of cartoons and caricature.

For nearly three years, he has been living in Germany, where he has participated in several group exhibitions in Oldenburg and Hamburg.

During this time, many of his paintings have been sold on reputable platforms such as Catawiki, SingularArt, and Saatchi.

He is highly passionate about sharing his experiences and skills with the younger generation.

Instagram: @bar__beni

Packing process :

the parcel will ship secure.in first step ,the parcel will cover by oily paper for Preventing scratching.in second step the cargo is wrapped around with bubble wrap plastic. In the third step, a cardboard holder is used along the length and width of the shipment, with supports installed to prevent the artwork from breaking. Finally, the package is placed inside a cardboard box.

Final bid
€ 101
Giulia Santoro
Expert
Estimate € 300 - € 400

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