Edgar Duvivier (born 27 March 1955) is a Brazilian sculptor and musician.

Early life

Duvivier was practically raised in a studio, as his parents, Edgar and Ivna, were sculptors.

Career

After giving up law, Duviver enrolled in the

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in the United States, before becoming a sculptor. Duvivier is known for sculpting statues of footballers, including

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, Zagallo,

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, and Dirceu Krüger. Besides working as a sculptor, he has worked as a painter, saxophonist, producer, screenwriter and director, as well as creator of acclaimed soundtracks on television and cinema.

Personal life

Duvivier is the father of Brazilian actor

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References

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