Antoine-Louis Barye

Sculptor

Birthday September 24, 1796

Birth Sign Libra

Birthplace France

DEATH DATE Jun 25, 1875 (78)

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About

French sculptor most famous for his work as a sculptor of animals. He created Theseus and the Minotaur in 1843.

Before Fame

He worked as a goldsmith before becoming a sculptor.

Trivia

He wanted to be known as a sculptor of large statues, rather than small bronze ones.

Family Life

His parents were Pierre and Marguerite Barye.

Associated With

He and Louise Bourgeois are both sculptors from France.