Jean-François Laurent is a French sculptor born on September 2, 1949, in Dieuze. He has been practicing sculpture since the 1970s, and after working with wood, stone, and ceramics, he turned to bronze. He established his own foundry, where he casts his sculptures using the lost-wax casting technique.

Education and Career

Jean-François Laurent masters all the stages necessary for the creation of his works, from modeling to casting, finishing with the patina, which he considers a garment that dresses his sculptures. He develops a personal sculpture style, deeply imbued with his humanistic sensitivity. His fundamental source of inspiration is humanity.

Works and Techniques 

His works include bas-reliefs, war memorials, and monumental sculptures. Among his notable public works are:

Bronze bas-relief sculpture: tribute to Eugène Rolland, founder of tobacco and match factories in Metz.

Bronze sculpture "Sainte Marie-Madeleine": Salines Royales, Pavilion "La Délivrance" in Dieuze.

Sculpture for a residence: Choisy-Le-Roi.

Monumental sculpture for the velodrome: Vandoeuvre.

Bronze sculpture for the war memorial: battle of Lidrezing-Zarbeling.

Monumental bronze sculpture: André Malraux high school in Remiremont.

Monumental sculpture for the Bicentennial of the French Revolution: Dieuze.

Exhibitions and Awards 

Jean-François Laurent has exhibited his works in several prestigious venues and has received recognition for his artistic contributions. His sculptures are present in private and public collections throughout France and beyond.

Legacy 

Jean-François Laurent is considered an alchemist of sculpture, mastering the art of transforming metal into captivating works of art. His work continues to inspire and captivate art lovers, and he holds an important place in the history of French sculpture.