Raymond Queneau, as quoted in Un rude hiver (1939) by Éditions Gallimard, chap. XI, p. 972, ISBN 2070253058
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dear Bernard, with his two bronzes of Barbedienne and his wedding crown in orange blossom that stands on the mantelpiece...
— Raymond Queneau
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About Ferdinand Barbedienne
Ferdinand Barbedienne (August 6, 1810 – March 21, 1892) was a French metalworker and manufacturer, who was well known as a bronze founder. He was the founder of the Maison Barbedienne.
About Ferdinand Barbedienne
Ferdinand Barbedienne (August 6, 1810 – March 21, 1892) was a French metalworker and manufacturer, who was well known as a bronze founder. He was the founder of the Maison Barbedienne.
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