François Pompon (Saulieu 1855 - Paris 1933) Animals Replicas This sculpture of a polar bear, presented at the Salon in 1922, made the success of François Pompon at the age of 67. Son of a cabinetmaker, François Pompon (Saulieu 1855-Paris 1933) 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. Especially known as a sculptor of animals, he exalted lyricism in light by polished surfaces with an economy of detail. After having been
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