What makes Pompon’s running rabbit sculpture special?

Pompon focused on movement rather than detail. The rabbit’s speed is expressed through a smooth silhouette and extended limbs, a hallmark of modern animal sculpture.

Does the statue include a stand?

Yes. The running rabbit statue includes a black metal stand as shown. The stand is removable, allowing flexible display options.

Is this a museum-quality replica?

Yes. This piece is part of the Parastone Mouseion 3D Museum Collection and is produced as a faithful museum-style reproduction of Pompon’s sculpture.

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Running Rabbit (Lapin Courant) Statue – François Pompon Modern Animal Sculpture (POM10)

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Pure Motion of Running Rabbit Statue

This running rabbit statue, also known as Lapin Courant, captures pure motion in sculptural form. The rabbit stretches forward with legs fully extended. Its body lifts from the ground as if suspended mid-stride. The result feels light, fast, and unmistakably alive.

French sculptor François Pompon became renowned for animal sculptures that balance realism with abstraction. Rather than describe fur or muscle in detail, Pompon shaped movement itself. In this sculpture, the rabbit’s speed is conveyed through silhouette alone. The smooth surface allows the eye to follow the form without interruption.

Movement as the Subject

Pompon’s animal sculptures often focus on a single idea. In the case of Lapin Courant, that idea is motion. The rabbit does not pause. It does not crouch. It flies forward in one continuous line.

This approach was radical in the early twentieth century. Many sculptors still emphasized dramatic surface detail. Pompon chose restraint instead. He trusted that a clean outline could communicate energy more effectively. This philosophy places him firmly within modern sculpture.

From Observation to Simplification

Pompon studied animals closely. He sketched them repeatedly. He modeled them again and again. Over time, he removed anything that distracted from the essential form.

In this Pompon running rabbit sculpture, the head, body, and limbs merge into a flowing rhythm. The rabbit’s anatomy is recognizable. Yet it is also distilled. What remains is speed, balance, and direction.

François Pompon and Modern Animal Sculpture

Pompon trained as a stone carver and later worked in Paris studios. He also spent years working with Auguste Rodin. That experience taught him about structure and weight. But Pompon eventually moved away from Rodin’s expressive surfaces.

His breakthrough came later in life. Animal sculptures like the polar bear and rabbit brought him recognition. Today, Pompon is considered a major figure in modern animal sculpture. His work appears in museum collections worldwide.

Parastone Mouseion 3D Museum Replica

This running rabbit statue is a museum-style replica from the Parastone Mouseion 3D Collection. It is crafted from resin with a bronze-like finish. The sculpture includes a removable black metal stand, as pictured.

Collection: Parastone Mouseion 3D Museum Collection
Material: Resin with bronze-style finish
Included: Removable black metal display stand
Dimensions: 6.3 in H × 9.1 in L × 2.25 in D
Weight: 2.1 lbs
Part Number: PN POM10

Display Notes

This running rabbit statue works best where its length can be appreciated. A shelf, console, or mantel allows the full stride to read clearly. Position it so the rabbit appears to move across the surface. Light grazing the smooth sides enhances the sense of speed.

Explore More Pompon Animal Sculptures

Collectors often display the running rabbit alongside other Pompon animals. These pieces share a calm, modern language of form:

You can view additional modern animal sculptures in our Pompon statues collection.

Auction Notes and “Original Cast” Editions

Collectors often ask how Pompon’s originals perform at auction. Prices vary by size, material, and casting date. For example, a marble version of Pompon’s Ours blanc realized $350,000 at Christie’s (2019). That gives a sense of how prized Pompon’s top subjects can be in original form.

Another key question is how many casts count as “original” in French practice. Under French intellectual property rules used by major institutions, a sculpture edition limited to twelve numbered casts can be treated as an original work. This twelve typically includes 8 numbered casts plus 4 artist’s copies. Museums such as the Musée Rodin describe this 12-cast framework and numbering convention. This helps collectors understand why foundry marks, numbering, and documentation matter.

For More Reading

Read about François Pompon in the collection notes of the Gunma Museum of Modern Art .
Learn how French institutions define “original” bronze editions at the Musée Rodin .
Explore the idea of “original bronze casts” in museum practice at the Musée Rodin original casts page .