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Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux — Pourquoi Naître Esclave (Why Born Enslaved)

Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux

Pourquoi Naître Esclave (Why Born Enslaved)

A sculptural work by French academic sculptor Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux addressing the subject of slavery and human bondage. The title poses a philosophical question about the circumstances of enslaved birth.

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The European Art Sale Part II

January 19, 2023

Estimate: $3,000$5,000

Lot 623

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Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux, Pourquoi Naître Esclave (Why Born Enslaved)

A sculptural work by French academic sculptor Jean-Baptiste Carpeaux addressing the subject of slavery and human bondage. The title poses a philosophical question about the circumstances of enslaved birth.

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Sotheby's, New York, London, Hong Kong, Paris

Related themes

Slavery, Academic Art, 19th Century, Sculpture, Classical, French Art, Social Commentary, Figurative

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Cleveland Museum of Art