Sébillot, Paul
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Place: Matignon
Born: 1843
Death: 1918
Biography:
Early Life and Artistic Beginnings
Paul Sébillot, a French folklorist, painter, and writer, was born on February 6, 1843, in Matignon, Côtes-d'Armor, France. His family, known for their devotion to the arts, encouraged his early interest in painting. After studying at the communal college of Dinan, Sébillot moved to Rennes to study jurisprudence, which he completed in Paris in 1863.
Artistic Career
- Rochers à Marée Basse (Rocks at Low Tide), his first exhibited work, was showcased at the Salon in 1870 and later in London in 1872.
- Between 1870 and 1883, fourteen of his works were displayed at the Paris Salon, and two at the Vienna World Fair in 1873.
- Sébillot's inspiration was largely drawn from the Breton landscape, reflecting his deep connection to his native province.
Writings and Folkloristic Contributions
- La République, c’est la tranquillité, published in 1875, marked the beginning of Sébillot's literary career.
- In 1881, he initiated the Collection des Littératures populaires de toutes les nations with Charles Leclerc.
- Sébillot participated in the first Congress of Popular Traditions in Paris (1889) and was named principal private secretary to the Ministry of Labour.
- His book Les Travaux publics et les mines dans les traditions et superstitions de tous les pays, published in 1894, showcased his research on public works and mines.
Legacy and Further Reading
- Sébillot's artistic legacy can be explored through his numerous paintings, inspired by the Breton landscape.
- For a deeper understanding of Sébillot's work and its significance in French folklore, refer to Claudie Voisenat's research on BEROSE - International Encyclopaedia of the Histories of Anthropology.
- Visit the Musée du Petit Palais in Avignon, France, to discover more about French art and its cultural heritage.
- Learn more about Sébillot's life and work on Wikipedia.
Key Works and Publications
- Contes populaires de la Bretagne (Popular Stories of Brittany)
- Le folklore de France (1906)
