Paul César Helleu
Paul César Helleu | |
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Helleu, c. 1880s | |
| Born | 17 December 1859 Vannes, Brittany, France |
| Died | 23 March 1927 (aged 67) Paris, France |
| Nationality | French |
| Education | École des Beaux-Arts |
| Known for | Etcher, painter |
| Notable work | Portrait d’Alice Guérin Grand Central Terminal ceiling |
| Movement | Post-Impressionism |
| Awards | Légion d'honneur (1904) |
Paul César Helleu (17 December 1859 – 23 March 1927) was a French oil painter, pastel artist, drypoint etcher, and designer, best known for his numerous portraits of beautiful society women of the Belle Époque. He also conceived the ceiling mural of night sky constellations for Grand Central Terminal in New York City. He was also the father of Jean Helleu and the grandfather of Jacques Helleu, both artistic directors for Parfums Chanel.