Marcel Gaumont cherub sculpture on Palais Tokyo  by beverley365

Marcel Gaumont cherub sculpture on Palais Tokyo

A French sculptor born on 27 January 1880 in Tours France.

in 1935 he won the gold medal.
In 1937 his four Metopes won the major prize at the Exposition internationale de Paris.

These works had decorated the western façade of the Palais de Tokyo.

In 1938 he was made an officer of the "Légion d'honneur". In 1939 he became professor at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris.
His works of art & paintings are found all over Paris and France.
I find it very interesting taking a few moments to learn the history of what I see.
This is a first for me.
How beautiful that is, thanks for the interesting info.
February 20th, 2024  
Very artistic
February 20th, 2024  
Lovely shot.
February 20th, 2024  
I love that Eiffel Tower pops up everywhere.
February 20th, 2024  
nice eye for this detail!
February 20th, 2024  
I like your composition..
February 20th, 2024  
Beautifully composed with the Eiffel Tower in the background!
February 21st, 2024  
Love his style, must look out for him
February 21st, 2024  
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