What is Paul César Helleu's middle name?
César
Paul César Helleu date of birth:
December 17, 1859
How old was Paul César Helleu when died?
67
Where was Paul César Helleu born?
Vannes, Brittany, France
When did Paul César Helleu die?
March 23, 1927
Where did Paul César Helleu die?
Paris, France
Why did Paul César Helleu die?
Peritonis (following surgery)
What is Paul César Helleu nationality?
French
What is Paul César Helleu's occupation?
Oil painter, pastel artist, drypoint etcher, designer
Short Biography
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.