Auguste Tremont
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About
Luxembourgian artist who is best known for his sculptures of large cats.
Before Fame
He worked in a Luxembourg steel factory during World War I.
Trivia
His major works include a pair of bronze lions that guard the Luxembourg City Hall and a tiger sculpture that was bought by the city of Paris.
Family Life
He was born in Luxembourg, and he moved to Paris, France when he was in his late teens.
Associated With
He and French artist, Antoine Louis Barye, both became known for their animal sculptures.
