Émile Guillemin facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Émile Guillemin
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| Born |
Émile-Coriolan Hippolyte Guillemin
16 October 1841 |
| Died | 1907 Paris
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| Education | Émile Auguste Marie Guillemin, Jean-Jules Salmson |
| Known for | Bronze sculpture |
| Movement | Orientalism, Islamic Art |
Émile Coriolan Hippolyte Guillemin (born October 16, 1841 – died 1907) was a talented French sculptor. He lived during a time called the Belle Époque, which means "Beautiful Era" in French. It was a period of peace and prosperity. Guillemin was known for creating beautiful sculptures made of bronze.
About Émile Guillemin
Émile Guillemin was born in Paris, France. He came from an artistic family. His father, Auguste Guillemin, was a painter. Émile learned a lot about art from his father. He also studied with another famous artist named Jean-Jules Salmson.
His Art and Exhibitions
Émile Guillemin became known for his detailed bronze sculptures. He often created pieces that showed people and scenes from different cultures, especially from the Middle East. This style is called Orientalism.
He showed his artwork at a very important art show in Paris called the Salon. He exhibited his sculptures there for many years, from 1870 to 1899. In 1897, he received a special award called an "honourable mention" at the Musée du Louvre in Paris. This was a big achievement for an artist.
Famous Works
One of Émile Guillemin's most famous sculptures is called Cavalier Arabe. This means "Arab Horseman." It is a sculpture of a person riding a horse. What makes this piece extra special is that it was signed by two artists: Émile Guillemin himself and another sculptor named Alfred Barye.
See also
In Spanish: Émile-Coriolan Guillemin para niños
