Portrait of a lady by Hélène Girard-Rabaché (1888 ) - pastel 21¼" x 29¼"

Hélène Girard-Rabaché (1888 - ?) was a French portrait painter born in Paris. She was a pupil of Paul Albert Laurens (1870-1934), a prominent French painter and professor. Girard-Rabaché specialized in portraiture, capturing the nuanced expressions and personalities of her subjects with a delicate touch.

She exhibited her works in Paris at the Salon des Artistes Français, a prestigious art exhibition, where she became a member. In 1927, she was awarded the silver medal for her contributions to the salon. Her participation and recognition at this event highlight her prominence in the French art scene during the early 20th century