Return
Plushie Polar Bear Pompon - Small Model

Plushie Polar Bear Pompon - Small Model

François Pompon works since his 15 years at a marble first in Burgundy (Saulieu) then in Paris, where he arrives at 20, after studying the fine arts. Pompon, in his early days, is a sought-after practitioner, cutting marble for Auguste Rodin's workshop.
At first, he carved human figures; for example, ...
Read more

€22.95

Characteristics

Dimensions :
15 x 10 x 5 cm
Printing Technique :
Broderie
Artist :
François Pompon (1855-1933)
Material :
Polyester
Maintenance :
Hand wash
Museum :
Musée d'Orsay
Themes :
Animals, Sculpture
Art movements :
20th century, Art Déco
EAN :
3336728686231
Reference :
CJ300040

Our selection

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.