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Gaston Lachaise Most Popular Paintings

The 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise our visitors ask for most, ranked by popularity and presented one by one, with the specification and the price of each hand-painted reproduction.

Edition 2026 · 9 artworks Each artwork painted to order
Linen canvas · Certificate of authenticity · Delivered worldwide Gaston Lachaise · 1882 – 1935

Bas-Relief Woman

1993 · Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Kansas City

Gaston Lachaise’s ‘Bas-Relief Woman,’ created in 1934 and cast in 1993, is a monumental bronze sculpture honoring his wife Isabel Nagel. Standing on one leg with outstretched arms, the figure embodies feminine strength and grace, reflecting Lachaise's profound admiration for his muse.

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Belle Lachaise

1919

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 2 of 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise
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Head of Woman

Admire Gaston Lachaise’s 'Head of Woman,' a serene marble sculpture embodying modernism & timeless beauty. Explore this iconic piece's artistic legacy.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 3 of 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise
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Torso of Elevation

1927 · Cantor Arts Center at Stanford University, Stanford

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 4 of 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise
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Head of a Woman

1935

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 5 of 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise
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Standing Woman

1980 · original 224 x 105 cm

Admire Gaston Lachaise’s ‘Standing Woman,’ a powerful bronze sculpture embodying strength & grace. Explore its realism, stylized form, & timeless beauty – a masterpiece of American modernism.

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 6 of 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise
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Elevation, also called Standing Woman

1927 · Nasher Sculpture Center, Dallas

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 7 of 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise
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Woman (Elevation)

1927 · original 182 x 71 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 8 of 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise
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(Nude Dancer with Drape)

1935 · original 62 x 48 cm

Technique: Hand-painted oil on linen canvas
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Popularity: No. 9 of 9 artworks by Gaston Lachaise
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The artist

Gaston Lachaise

1882 – 1935

Quick facts

Copyright statusPublic domain
Born1882, Paris, France
Top 3 worksBas-Relief Woman, Belle Lachaise, Head of Woman
Art periodModern
Top-ranked workBas-Relief Woman
Lifespan53 years

Biography

Early Life and Education

Born: March 19, 1882, Paris, France
Died: October 18, 1935
Parents: Marie Barré (daughter of a sculptor) and Jean Lachaise (cabinetmaker who designed furniture for Gustave Eiffel's apartment in the Eiffel Tower).
Early Training: Studied at the École Municipale Bernard Palissy (age 13) and later at the Académie Nationale des Beaux-Arts (1898-1904) under Gabriel-Jules Thomas.
Early Career: Worked as a modeler for René Lalique, designing decorative objects.

Move to America and Relationship with Isabel Nagel

Meeting Isabel: Around 1902/1903 met and fell in love with Isabel Dutaud Nagle, an American woman of French Canadian descent.
Immigration: In 1906, after working for Lalique to pay for his passage, Lachaise immigrated to Boston, vowing to follow Isabel.
Early Work in America: Worked as a sculptor's assistant for H.H. Kitson in Boston and later Paul Manship in New York (1912-1921).
Marriage: Married Isabel Dutaud Nagle in 1917 after her divorce. Lachaise considered Isabel his primary inspiration, referring to her as "Woman."

Artistic Development and Style

Development of Unique Style: While influenced by European sculpture training, Lachaise developed a distinctive style in America, characterized by robust and voluptuous depictions of the female nude.
"Woman" as a Theme: His concept of "Woman" evolved into a central theme, representing vitality, fertility, and a force of nature based on Isabel's image.
Sculptural Characteristics: Lachaise’s nudes were known for their powerful forms, emphasizing breasts, abdomen, thighs, and buttocks with “a rounded voluminousness.”
Materials: Primarily worked in bronze.

Major Works and Recognition

Standing Woman (Modeled 1928-30): Considered his most famous work, exemplifies his style of the female nude.
Portraits: Created portraits of notable figures including John Marin, Georgia O'Keeffe, Marianne Moore, and Lincoln Kirstein.
Architectural Commissions: His works were chosen for commissions at AT&T Building and Rockefeller Center in New York City.
Retrospective Exhibition: The Museum of Modern Art held a retrospective exhibition in 1935, the first for any American sculptor.

Historical Significance

Redefining the Female Nude: Lachaise helped redefine the female nude in American art, moving away from slender depictions towards more robust and sensual forms.
American Modernism: Played a critical role in the birth of American modernism by pushing boundaries and exploring the human body innovatively.
Influence: His work influenced subsequent generations of sculptors with his emphasis on form, volume, and emotional expression.
Legacy: Recognized as "the greatest American sculptor of his time" by *ARTnews*, Lachaise's legacy continues to be celebrated for its contribution to American art history.

Questions & Answers

Can I explore Gaston Lachaise's works by color spectrum?

Gaston Lachaise's works can be explored by color on the artist's Spectral Index page.

Can I explore Gaston Lachaise's works by subject?

Gaston Lachaise's works can be explored by subject on the artist's Subject Atlas page.

In which historical period did Gaston Lachaise work?

Gaston Lachaise worked in the Modern period. The period situates the artist's activity in history.

By the OriginalUniqueArt.com Editorial Team Updated Sept. 2, 2026

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