Ondine (2005) Sculpture by Gérard Taillandier

Gérard Taillandier is a contemporary French sculptor. Guided by the ability to dream and the translation of reality through drawing, Taillandier embarked on a journey at the age of 15, seeking out locations to salvage metals for the creation of enigmatic creatures. Despite his scientific education, his insatiable curiosity led him to incessantly shape clay as a youthful student. He engaged in both drawing and painting, eventually venturing into the realm of metal casting, with bronze emerging as the meticulously chosen medium.

The fundamental theme weaving through Gérard Taillandier's creations is primarily the exploration of the female form. Bodies emerge, pristine and sleek, as they permeate space; characterized by graceful contours, flowing silhouettes, and slender lines, his sculptures convey a desire for tactile expression that precedes visual perception.

• Nationality: FRANCE
• Date of birth : 1954
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• Groups: Contemporary French Artists