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Pajou, Augustin
1730–1809
Nationality: France
Born: 1730, Paris
Died: 1809, Paris
Gender: male
Occupations
sculptor
Biography
Pajou was born into a family of sculptors and was among the most successful artists of his generation. He received many royal and public commissions as a favorite of Louis XVI's mistress, Madame du Barry. He was also a famed portraitist, which allowed him to continue to find clientele after the Revolution. French sculptor and draughtsman. Comment on works: Sculptor; Mythology, Portraits, history
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Notable Works
- Q17584317
- bust of Madame du Barry
Artworks
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