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François Jouffroy (Dijon, 1806 ? Laval, 1882)
1835
Plaster
H 76 x L 41 x W 35 cm
Gift of the State, 15 April 1841
Beaune, Museum of Fine Arts
Jouffroy won the the first Prix de Rome in 1832 and developed a career as an official sculptor. In his time he was considered one of the very best sculptors. This is a powerful sculpture of the head of Monge, doubtlessly idealised |
