Raymond Delamarre: Sculptor of Art Deco and Remembrance Raymond Delamarre (1890–1986) stands as a pivotal figure in French sculpture during the Art Deco era, blending stylistic innovation with profound emotional resonance. Born in Paris, he embarked on his artistic journey at sixteen by enrolling in the École des Beaux-Arts, where he honed his skills under the tutelage of Jules Félix Coutan—a formative relationship that would shape his future endeavors. However, Delamarre’s academic pursuits were abruptly halted by military conscription in 1911 and intensified service during World War I, exp…