Félix Arnaudin
French poet and photographer in folklore
Born
May 30th, 1844
180 years ago
Died
1921
104 years ago — 77 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
France
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Involved in documenting the culture and customs of the Landes region in France through poetry and photography. Focused on capturing the essence of local traditions and heritage. Contributed significantly to the preservation of the Gascon language and culture. Worked extensively with his camera to create a visual record that complemented his poetic works, blending literature and visual art. His dedication to cultural documentation spanned several decades, influencing future generations of folklorists and photographers.
Published collections of poetry in Gascon
Photographed traditional Landes culture
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