19th Century

auguste clésinger

Born 1814 Died 1883 Works span 1847–1878

Auguste Clésinger: Life and Legacy Early Life and Training Born: October 22, 1814, in Besançon, France. Auguste Clésinger came from an artistic family; his father, Georges-Philippe Clésinger, was a sculptor who provided Auguste with his initial training. This early exposure instilled in him a foundational understanding of sculptural techniques and aesthetics. Artistic Development and Style Clésinger’s artistic style evolve…

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1847

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1878

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Chronological Journey

The Lifeline

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Chapters — Career Periods

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Colour Band — Movement Drift

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