La Porteuse d’Eau is an original bronze sculpture created in 2007 by the renowned French sculptor Paul Beckrich at his studio in France. The artwork depicts a graceful female figure carrying multiple water vessels — a timeless symbol of balance, daily ritual, and cultural tradition. The elongated proportions and refined detailing reflect Beckrich’s distinctive artistic language, combining elegance with quiet strength.
Cast in bronze at the renowned Delval Foundry, the sculpture belongs to a limited edition of 8, each piece individually numbered and signed by the artist. The present sculpture is numbered 2/8. Each artwork is engraved with the edition number, the foundry stamp, and the artist’s signature, and is accompanied by its original Certificate of Authenticity.
The harmonious bronze patina and subtle textural contrasts give the sculpture a warm and sculptural presence. La Porteuse d’Eau functions both as a refined decorative object and as a collectible artwork, suitable for contemporary and classic interiors while reflecting the excellence of French bronze craftsmanship.
Key Features
Artist: Paul Beckrich
Title: La Porteuse d’Eau
Year: 2007
Material: High-quality bronze with hand-applied patina
Edition: Limited edition of 8 (this piece: 2/8)
Foundry: Delval Foundry
Origin: Created by Paul Beckrich at his studio in France
Signature: Hand-signed by the artist
Authenticity: Original Certificate of Authenticity included
Condition: Excellent / like new
Availability: In stock; ships within 7 days
More Information
Mått (HxBxD):
cm: 57x22x29 / inch: 22.44"x8.66"x11.42"
Stil
Klassisk + Traditionell
About Designer
Paul Beckrich is a French sculptor and ceramic artist born in 1955 in Brittany.
After beginning his creative path with photography and enameling, he gradually turned to sculpture, where he found his true means of expression. Since the mid-1980s, Beckrich has devoted himself to figurative sculpture, working primarily with raku-fired ceramics and bronze.
Deeply inspired by his travels in Africa and Asia, his works capture movement, character, and emotion. His figures often appear in folkloric or historical attire, distinguished by flowing drapery, dynamic poses, and a strong sense of lightness and vitality.
Paul Beckrich’s sculptures combine technical mastery with poetic expression, celebrating cultural diversity and the timeless beauty of the human form. His works evoke life, rhythm, and authenticity, reflecting an artistic vision rooted in craftsmanship and emotion.
