DAUM in NANCY and Philippe DRUILLET (1944) - Lot 102

DAUM in NANCY and Philippe DRUILLET (1944) "The Shaman Numbered DAUM edition. Height 39 cm. Philippe Druillet is a French artist known for his work in comics and visual design. Born on June 28, 1944 in Toulouse, he is considered an innovator in visual design and has contributed to the modernization of the comic strip. Druillet worked with the Daum crystal works in Nancy, France. He created several sculptures in pâte de verre for Daum, including the Salammb vases (gold day version; blue night version) and the Itai sculptures in amber and blue-tinted pâte de verre. In addition to his work with Daum, Druillet has also collaborated with other companies and institutions, including the Benjamin et Edmond de Rothschild bank in Paris, for which he created a collection of furniture. He has also worked on science-fiction film projects, including "Le Clone", a 2D animated film. Druillet is a versatile and prolific artist, and his work has been recognized through various awards and distinctions. He was awarded the Aigle d'Or at the Nice Book Festival and the Prix Honor Daumier in Paris. His contribution to comics and visual design has had a significant influence on the field, and he is considered one of the major artists of modern comics.