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$62,000
£47,104.69
€54,133.19
CA$87,086.60
A$94,791.57
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Clodion (Claude Michel, 1738–1814), one of the foremost French sculptors of the 18th century, epitomizes the elegance and grace of the Rococo style. His works uniquely combine the lightness and dynamism of Rococo with the precise formality of Neoclassicism.
Born in Nancy, France, Clodion trained under his uncle Lambert-Sigisbert Adam and later with Jean-Baptiste Pigalle. In 1759 he won the Grand Prize in sculpture at the Académie Royale, and in 1762 he went to Rome, working at the French Academy alongside Jean-Antoine Houdon. In Paris, he exhibited frequently at the Salon and gained international recognition.
Clodion specialized in small-scale terracotta sculptures, masterfully using baked clay to create miniature compositions with intricate detail. He modeled figures by hand, carefully refining textures and delicate elements, then fired them to achieve durability. This technique allowed him to convey lightness and movement, giving his terracotta works a lively, almost “drawn-in-clay” quality.
The present sculpture, executed in terracotta, depicts a nymph with exposed breasts and a ram’s head formed from flowers. She stands leaning on a classical Greek vase, her figure exuding grace and elevation. The Rococo opulence is emphasized by the abundance of flowers, while her attire and sandals reference antiquity. Shyness, innocence, and divinity are embodied in the nymph’s pose and gaze, giving the work a vivid and expressive presence.
You can acquire a work that captivates collectors with its elegance, freshness of execution, and harmonious blend of Rococo and Neoclassicism, reflecting Clodion’s lasting significance in the history of European sculpture.
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- Creation Year:unknown
- Dimensions:Height: 21.26 in (54 cm)Width: 9.45 in (24 cm)Depth: 6.3 in (16 cm)
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- Condition:The sculpture has been preserved in excelllent conditionthroughout its more than 250-year history.
- Gallery Location:tel aviv, IL
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU2899217015692
Claude Michel Clodion
Claude Michel Clodion was one of the most esteemed sculptors of the 18th century. He worked frequently with terracotta, or baked clay, highly prized by collectors for its lively qualities.
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