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Camille Claudel

French sculptor.

Born December 8th, 1864 in Fère-en-Tardenois. [ref]

Died October 19th, 1943 at 78 years old in Montfavet. [ref]

Occupations
art model, draftsperson, graphic artist, painter, sculptor
Wikipedia

Camille Claudel, a French sculptor and graphic artist, passed away on October 19th 1943 in Montdevergues, France, at the age of 78. Born in 1864 in Fère-en-Tardenois, France, Claudel received her training and education in classical sculpture from her father and Auguste Rodin. She started exhibiting her work in 1881, and went on to become one of the most famous female sculptors of the 19th century. Her work was displayed in the official Salon in Paris in 1885 and 1889, and her commissions led to a great reputation for her sculptures. In a career that spanned over 40 years, Claudel achieved international acclaim and her art is today featured in galleries across the world. She is most known for her bronze sculptures which are praised for their realism and humanity, and for her capacity to represent human emotions in her artwork. Claudel's legacy lies in the lasting impact she had as a female artist in a male-dominated field. Her work continues to inspire generations of sculptors looking to break new ground. She will be remembered for her creativity, dedication, and skill as a sculptor.

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