PUGET, Pierre
(b. 1620, Marseille, d. 1694, Marseille)

The Faun

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Marble, height 157 cm
Musée des Beaux-Arts, Marseille

The statue was probably intended for a niche. It is considered also as a representation of King Midas.

Suggested listening (streaming mp3, 11 minutes):
Claude Debussy: Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune