Antoine Samuel Adam-Salomon

French sculptor and photographer

Antoine Samuel Adam-Salomon - French sculptor and photographer
Born

January 9th, 1818
207 years ago

Died

April 28th, 1881
143 years ago — 63 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

France

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Active in the 19th century, this individual became a significant figure in sculpture and photography. Initially noted for creating busts of notable personalities, the individual also developed a technique in photography that emphasized the artistic aspects of portraiture. By combining sculpture and photography, the work achieved a unique status in the art world of the time.

Created busts of prominent figures

Innovated artistic portrait photography

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