César :sculptor of movement and compression

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César

César Baldaccini is a major artist of the New Realist movement, alongside such figures as Arman and Jean Tinguely. Self-taught, he turned to modern art after training at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris.

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Compression and reclaimed materials

César is known for his “compressions”, in which he crushes objects or materials to create powerful, dynamic sculptures. His famous scrap metal works and bronze sculptures mark the pinnacle of his work, using everyday objects to create a new art form.

Expansion no. 1: Caesar's living sculpture

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Emblematic trophies and international recognition

He is also the creator of the César trophy for French cinema, a bronze compression, as well as the trophy for the “Bocuse d’Or” gastronomic competition. His work is exhibited in the world’s leading museums and galleries.

A lasting legacy

César leaves a profound legacy in the art world, notably through the portraits and self-portraits he produced in his final years, symbolizing his confrontation with death. His work continues to influence contemporary art and shine through in his unique sculptures.

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