Paul-César’s work is defined by its painter sensibility — an enduring influence on generations that followed. Most artists are dead; following is a declaration of love.

Studies in Profile
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Katherine Van Etta Medill (Mrs. "Kate" McCormick)
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Five Sketches of a Seated Woman, and a Parasol
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Profile of a Lady, Seated, Facing Right, Leaning on Left Hand
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Circular Plaque
Made by Théodore Deck French, 1823-1891 Painted by Paul-Cesar Helleu French, 1859-1927

Mademoiselle Ellen Helleu
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Half-Length Portait of a Seated Woman, Smoking a Cigarette, Facing Left
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Half-Length Portrait of Alice Helleu, the Artist's Wife
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Portrait of James McNeill Whistler
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Portrait of a Woman Wearing a Hat (Madame Letellier)
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Mademoiselle Ellen Helleu (The Artist's Daughter)
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Portrait of Mme. Chéruit Wearing a Fur Collar
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Woman Seated Leaning Forward, Chin Cupped in Left Hand
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Portrait of a Woman
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Lady Seated, Facing Front, Holding Walking Stick
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Little Girl in Armchair
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927

Portrait of Alexis Rouart
Paul-César Helleu French, 1859-1927