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Porthos is a bronze patinated sculpture by French contemporary artist Marie Louise Sorbac, dimensions are 17 x 14 x 15 cm (6.7 × 5.5 × 5.9 in). There are 8 editions and 4 artist's proofs. The sculpture is signed and numbered and comes with a certificate of authenticity.
This artwork depicting a stylized bull, celebrates the raw, majestic beauty of the animal world. Its vibrant blue patinated bronze finish gives it a strikingly contemporary presence, emphasizing the precision and tension of its lines. Reduced to its purest form, the bull conveys power and freedom through a sculptural language that is both bold and elegantly restrained.
The term “torométrie” merges toro (bull) and métrie (measurement, geometry, structure), expressing a poetic vision of form where the animal becomes the foundation for artistic exploration. The titles of the sculptures—Porthos, Aramis, and Athos—invite a mythical and symbolic interpretation: each musketeer-bull embodies a distinct temperament and an implied narrative. Thus, these works transcend mere representation, becoming true characters in their own right.
Renowned for her animal sculptures, Marie Louise Sorbac combines minimalism and warmth in her artistic approach. Her bestiary, while pared down to essential lines, remains full of sensitivity and life. Each animal bears a name, a mythology, and reflects an aspect of the artist’s own spirit.
The bronze—carefully patinated or polished—enhances both the elegance and simplicity of her forms. Sorbac’s work has been exhibited in prestigious venues such as UNESCO and the Argentine Embassy, and in 2015 she received the François Pompon Prize at the Salon National des Beaux-Arts in Paris.
“The lines don’t stop at the material; they actually continue. It’s as if they exist in space, as if they’re dancing in space, as if they’re crossing somewhere.”
— Marie Louise Sorbac
- Creator:Marie Louise Sorbac (1959)
- Creation Year:2025
- Dimensions:Height: 6.7 in (17 cm)Width: 5.52 in (14 cm)Depth: 5.91 in (15 cm)
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- Gallery Location:Paris, FR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU803117077522
Marie Louise Sorbac
Marie Louise Sorbac is renowned for her work in animal sculpture. Minimalist and clearcut, her bestiary is nonetheless warm and touching. Each animal has its own name, its own mythology, and reflects a part of the artist’s personality. The bronze, patinated or polished with great skill, also bestows on these animals an elegance accompanying the simplicity of their outlines. The sculptress had the opportunity to see her work on display in prestigious locations like UNESCO and the Argentine embassy. In 2015, she received the François Pompon award at the National Beaux Arts show in Paris. “The lines don’t stop at the material, the lines actually continue, it’s as if they are in space, it’s as if they are dancing in space, it’s as if they are crossing somewhere.”
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