Camille Claudel, French illustrator and sculptor (died 1943)

Camille Rosalie Claudel was a French sculptor known for her figurative works in bronze and marble. She died in relative obscurity, but later gained recognition for the originality and quality of her work. The subject of several biographies and films, Claudel is well known for her sculptures including The Waltz and The Mature Age.

December 8 is the 342nd day of the year in the Gregorian calendar; 23 days remain until the end of the year.