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Jacques Augustin Pajou
Jacques-Augustin Pajou: The Sculptor of Versailles and Napoleon Jacques-Augustin Pajou (1766 – 1809) stands as a pivotal figure in the artistic landscape of late eighteenth-century France, embodying the grandeur and elegance of Neoclassical sculpture while simultaneously reflecting the turbulent political currents of his era. Born in Paris to a family of artists—his father was also a sculptor—Pajou’s early life instilled within him an
unwavering dedication to craftsmanship and aesthetic excellence. This formative influence would propel him to remarkable heights of artistic accomplishment, securing his place among the most celebrated sculptors of his time. Early Life and Artistic Training Augustin Pajou's formal education began at the École Royale Supérieure des Beaux-Arts in Paris, where he honed his skills under Jean-Baptiste Lemoyne, a leading sculptor of the Ro…