Owl Statue by François Pompon – Modern Sculpture Replica (Parastone)

Owl Statue by François Pompon – Modern Sculpture in Pure Form

This François Pompon owl statue is a refined modern sculpture inspired by one of Pompon’s most elegant animal studies. With its head turned in alert observation, the owl embodies Pompon’s distinctive approach to form: smooth, rounded surfaces shaped to express essence rather than detail.

Pompon believed that sculpture should communicate through mass, balance, and silhouette. In this owl, feathers are not described individually. Instead, the body reads as a unified volume. Light moves calmly across the surface, allowing the viewer to understand the animal at a glance. This quiet clarity became a hallmark of early 20th-century modern sculpture.

François Pompon and the Language of Animals

François Pompon (1855–1933) devoted much of his career to studying animals. He observed them closely, often at the Jardin des Plantes in Paris, and then refined his sculptures in the studio until nothing unnecessary remained. His work represents a shift away from decorative realism toward abstraction grounded in nature.

The owl was a natural subject for Pompon’s method. Its compact body and stillness lend themselves to sculptural reduction. The result is not a portrait of a specific owl, but an image of “owl-ness”—alert, balanced, and self-contained.

Compare other animal statues by Pompon in our Pompon Animal Collection.

The Owl as a Cultural Symbol

Across cultures, the owl has long carried symbolic meaning. In some traditions, it represents wisdom and watchfulness. In others, it suggests mystery and the unseen. Pompon does not assign a single narrative meaning here. Instead, he presents the owl as a presence—quiet, observant, and complete.

This openness allows the sculpture to resonate in different settings. On a desk, shelf, or console, the owl feels calm and attentive. It does not demand attention, yet it holds it.

Parastone Museum Replica

This Pompon owl statue is part of the Parastone Mouseion 3D Museum Collection, known for faithful reproductions of important works of art. The statue is made from durable resin with carefully applied matte and glossy finishes that echo the smooth modeling of the original sculpture.

• Collection: Parastone Mouseion 3D Museum Collection
• Material: Resin with hand-painted matte and glossy finish
• Included: Full-color card with original artwork and artist information

Available Sizes of François Pompon owl sculpture

• Mini: 3 5/8 in H × 1 1/2 in W × 1 1/4 in D
  PN PA06POM · Weight 0.5 lbs
• Regular: 5.5 in H × 2 in W × 1.5 in L
  PN POM03 · Weight 0.8 lbs
• Large: 9 1/2 in H × 4 1/4 in W × 3 1/2 in L
  PN POM13 · Weight 4.6 lbs

Display Ideas

The owl’s clean silhouette makes it especially versatile. The mini size works well on desks or small shelves. The regular size fits nicely among books or art objects. The large size becomes a strong focal point in a room, especially when placed where light can move across its surface.

Many collectors pair the Pompon owl statue with Pompon’s polar bear sculptures to create a cohesive modern animal grouping. Together, they highlight Pompon’s mastery of form across different species.

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For More Reading

• Learn more about François Pompon at the Gunma Museum of Modern Art .
• Explore the symbolism of owls across cultures at the John Moore Museum .
• View a related animal sculpture in the collection of the Metropolitan Museum of Art .