In his lifetime, Félix Charpentier (1858 - 1924) created more than 40 war memorials and 200 busts of famous poets, artists, statesmen, and scientists. His works won several major national and international awards, in addition to nearly universal critical acclaim.
Signed "F. Charpentier, 1900" and "F. Rudier Fondeur" on the reverse.
