Francois Pompon (1855-1933) Pompon was born in Saulieu in Burgundy, France, the son of a furniture maker. At the age of 15, he joined a funeral director in Dijon, where he learned the basics of sculpting. In the evenings he visited l’Ecole des Beaux Arts. Five years later he left for Paris, where he also…
Francois Pompon (1855-1933) Pompon was born in Saulieu in the French Bourgogne as the son of a furniture maker. At age 15 he started working for an undertaker in Dijon, where he learned the basics of sculpting. In the evening he went to l’Ecole des Beaux Arts. Five years later he went to Paris, where…
Francois Pompon (1855-1933)Pompon was born in Saulieu in the French Bourgogne as the son of a furniture maker. At age 15 he started working for an undertaker in Dijon, where he learned the basics of sculpting. In the evening he went to l’Ecole des Beaux Arts. Five years later he went to Paris, where he…
Choosing an art statue by use prevents disappointment. A sculpture for indoors may be refined and decorative, while a statue for a sheltered outdoor spot is more robust in character. By guiding your choice according to where the statue will stand, you arrive at a suitable option faster. Think of an eye-catcher for the windowsill or a mood-setter for a sheltered terrace corner. View the different uses and let the spot in your home or garden decide which art statue comes into its own best. That way you enjoy it longer and with more pleasure.
Frequently asked questions
What does choosing by use mean?
You choose your sculpture based on where it will stand: indoors in your interior or outside in a sheltered spot. That way the statue suits not only in looks, but also its location.
Why is the location important?
A statue for indoors may be refined and decorative, while a statue for outdoors is more robust in character. Choosing by use prevents disappointment and ensures you enjoy it longer.
Can an indoor statue stand outside too?
Statues for indoors are made to be admired inside the home. For outdoors it’s better to choose a sculpture suited to a sheltered outdoor spot, out of the full force of the weather.