Charles Paul Octavie SEAILLES

Octavie Charles Paul Séailles (1855–1944) was a renowned French painter and engraver, celebrated for his portrait work, which he frequently created using pencil or charcoal.

Born Marie Virginie Octavie Paul in Douai, she adopted "Charles Paul" in her signature to honor her father. She studied under Philippe Parrot and Eugène Carrière, and was influenced by Jean-Jacques Henner. Séailles was recognized for her portraits, executed in pencil or charcoal, and became a member of the Salon d'Automne in 1905.

She exhibited at the Salon des Indépendants the same year. Her works are held in public collections, including the Palais des Beaux-Arts in Lille and the Musée Départemental de l'École de Barbizon.