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François Pompon Bear - Ice Blue

François Pompon Bear - Ice Blue

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The reproduction of the White Bear is an identical cast of the original sculpture by François Pompon (1855-1933), on display at the Musée des Beaux-Arts in Dijon. Each of the reproductions from the Rmn-Grand Palais molding workshop reveals the talent of this great animal sculptor, and exalts the lyricism ...
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Characteristics

Dimensions :
Petit modèle L. 28 x H. 15 x l. 8 cm / Grand modèle L. 48 x H. 25 x l. 13 cm
Material of the original work :
Marbre
Art movements :
20th century, 19th century
Maintenance :
Do not expose to a direct heat source. Cleaning: soft, dry cloth
Artist :
François Pompon (1855-1933)
SMALL MODEL
EAN :
3336729214198
Material :
Hand-patinated resin
Reference :
RF006797
BIG MODEL
EAN :
3336729242627
Material :
Hand patinated resin
Reference :
RF006804

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The artist

François Pompon (1855-1933)

Son of a cabinetmaker, François Pompon entered the school of fine arts (Ecole des Beaux-Arts) of Dijon after having earned his living in Saulieu as a stone and wood worker. He studied architecture and sculpture and acquired basic knowledge in engraving.In 1874, he left for Paris and, thanks to contacts with contractors transforming Paris during the Second Empire, was able to produce decorative figures and caryatids for the façade of City Hall. For the next fifteen years, he worked as Rodin's assistant.It was only at the age of 67, with the 1922 Salon, that he attained success with the "White Bear".Especially known as a sculptor of animals, he exalted lyricism in light by polished surfaces with an economy of detail.After having been placed at the "Jardins des Plantes", the three hundred pieces bequeathed by F. Pompon were transferred to Dijon, at the Musée des Beaux-Arts.