Oscar Waldmann

Biographical information

RolesCompeted in Olympic Games
SexMale
Full nameOscar•Waldmann
Used nameOscar•Waldmann
Born25 June 1856 in Genève (Geneva), Genève (SUI)
Died15 March 1937 in Paris XIVe, Paris (FRA)
NOC Switzerland

Biography

Swiss sculptor Oscar Waldmann was educated in Nürnberg and in Genève and later taught sculpture in Paris. He designed a bridge pier which was one of the few pieces praised by Anthony Ludovici in a review of a show of Arts and Crafts at the Grosvenor Gallery in January 1913. Waldmann produced several bronze, marble and stone figures from wild animals, extremely popular due to their realistic portrayal. His sculptures are highly prized among animal collectors. From 1903-05 he worked for the Sèvres porcelain manufactory. The well-known Canadian sculptress Katherine Wallis (1861–1957) was heavily influenced by him during her stay in Paris.

Results

Games Discipline (Sport) / Event NOC / Team Pos Medal As
1924 Summer Olympics Art Competitions SUI Oscar Waldmann
Sculpturing, Open (Olympic) AC