Black Panther - François Pompon - Big size

Black Panther - François Pompon - Big size

RF005877
Reproduction with hand patina. Mold made from an impression of the original work exhibited at the Musée d'Orsay.

As an observer of animals at the Jardin des Plantes zoo, François Pompon was able to transcribe their movements by eliminating the characteristic modeling of his master and employer, Auguste...
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Characteristics

Dimensions
60 x 22 x 7 cm
Material of the original work
Bronze
Theme
Animals
Art movements
20th century, 19th century, Modern & Contemporary Art
Maintenance
Ne pas exposer à une source de chaleur directe. Nettoyage : chiffon doux et sec
Artist
François Pompon (1855-1933)
Material
Resin
Reference
RF005877
EAN
3336727447499
Package Dimensions
7.1cm x 3.6cm x 3.1cm
Conservation museums
Dijon - Musée des Beaux-Arts, Paris - Musée d'Orsay

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The work and its 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.