31. ARISTIDE MAILLOL (1861-1944) Little Venus - Phryne signed with the artist's monogram, founder's mark and numbered 'Alexis Rudier. Fondeur Paris. 2/2' (on the base at the back) bronze with green patina Designed in 1916 signed with the artist's monogram, stamped with the foundry mark and numbered 'Alexis Rudier. Fondeur Paris. 2/2'(on the base at the back) Conceived in 1916 20 x 8 x 5.2 cm. 7 7/8 x 3 1/8 x 2 1/16 in. The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Mr Olivier Lorquin. The authenticity of this work has been confirmed by Mr Olivier Lorquin. Provenance Private collection, France. Private collection, France (acquired from the latter).