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Keychain White Bear Pompon

CU200604
Keyring with the effigy of the White Bear of the sculptor François Pompon, the famous sculpture of the Orsay Museum.

Figurine edited in partnership with the brand Papo.
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Characteristics

Artist
François Pompon (1855-1933)
Material
Resin
Theme
Animals
Art movements
Modern & Contemporary Art, Art Déco
Reference
CU200604
EAN
3336729130115
Model dimensions
6cm x 3cm x 2cm
Package Dimensions
6cm x 3cm x 2cm
Conservation museum
Paris - Musée d'Orsay

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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.