Corinne at The Louvre, Paris

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This stunning marble bust was crafted by Edme-François-Étienne Gois, a renowned French sculptor from Paris. Born into a family of skilled artisans, Gois trained under his father, Étienne-Pierre-Adrien Gois, before enrolling in the prestigious École des Beaux-Arts. There, he made a name for himself by winning second prize in sculpture in 1788 and first prize in 1791 with his masterpiece, Abimelech Taking Sarah. However, controversy arose when Pierre-Charles Bridan was initially awarded the top honor, prompting Gois to write directly to King Louis XVI of France. The monarch took swift action, instructing the Academy to present the award to Gois immediately. This captivating marble bust is a tribute to the iconic character from Germaine de Stael's novel, Corinne, published in 1836. Anne Louise Germaine de Staël-Holstein, better known as Madame de Staël, was a trailblazing French writer of Swiss descent whose life intersected with pivotal events like the French Revolution and the Napoleonic era. As one of Napoleon's most vocal opponents, she was celebrated for her exceptional conversational skills and active participation in the politics and intellectual circles of her time. Her literary works had a lasting impact on European Romanticism. Scan the World is an innovative non-profit initiative launched by MyMiniFactory to create a comprehensive digital library of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe. This open-source project allows anyone to contribute their unique items for the public to access freely. If you have something interesting to share, simply email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can participate in this community-driven effort.