Polar Bear Brooch
Polar Bear Brooch
Polar Bear Brooch

Polar Bear Brooch

BF400300

This brooch is inspired by François Pompon's sculpture The Polar Bear.

Valued assistant to Auguste Rodin and Camille Claudel, Pompon (1855-1933) began exhibiting his works of art at the Paris Salon in 1874. Sensitive to the simple lines of Egyptian art, he turned towards animal themes starting in 1905...

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Characteristics

Maintenance
Avoid contact with water, chemicals and cosmetics
Theme
Animals
Art movements
20th century, 19th century, Art Déco
Artist
François Pompon (1855-1933)
Material
Resin
Reference
BF400300
EAN
3336728691129
Model dimensions
4.9cm x 2.4cm
Package Dimensions
4.9cm x 2.4cm
Conservation museum
Paris - Musée d'Orsay

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François Pompon (1855-1933)

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.
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