Isidore Jules Bonheur | |
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 The artist circa 1870 | |
| Born | Isidore Jules Bonheur 15 May 1827 |
| Died | 10 November 1901 Paris |
| Known for | Sculpture Painting |
| Movement | Animalier, Naturalism and Realism |
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| Awards | Gold medal Exposition Universelle (1889) |
Isidore Jules Bonheur (Bordeaux 15 May 1827 – 10 November 1901 Paris), best known as one of the 19th century's most distinguished French animalier sculptors.[1] Bonheur began his career as an artist working with his elder sister Rosa Bonheur in the studio of their father, drawing instructor Raymond Bonheur. Initially working as a painter, Isidore Jules Bonheur made his Salon debut in 1848.[1]