About Louis Desprez
Lived 1799 – 1870 (aged 71). Louis Desprez was a French sculptor.
L'Ingénue ou la jeune fille au limaçon, 1843, by Louis Desprez. Musée de Picardie, Amiens Louis Desprez (1799–1870) was a French sculptor.
Born in Paris, he was a pupil of Francois Joseph Bosio. He went to Rome after winning the Prix de Rome for Sculpture in 1826. He was principally distinguished for his busts and portrait statues.
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Who was Louis Desprez?
French sculptor (1799–1870)
When was Louis Desprez born?
Louis Desprez was born on 7 July 1799 in Paris.
When did Louis Desprez die?
Louis Desprez died on 16 November 1870 in 14th arrondissement of Paris.
What was Louis Desprez's occupation?
Louis Desprez was a sculptor.
What nationality was Louis Desprez?
Louis Desprez was French.
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