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Jean-Auguste Barre

French1811–1896

Portrait of Jean-Auguste Barre

About

Jean Auguste Barre was a French sculptor and medalist. Born in Paris, he was trained by his father Jean-Jacques Barre (1793–1855), a medalist. In 1879, he succeeded his brother Albert Désiré Barre as the 19th Chief engraver of the Monnaie de Paris, though he held the position for only one year. He was succeeded by Jean Lagrange.

Notable works

Works in the collection

17 works

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