André Vincent Becquerel (1893-1981) was a renowned French animal sculptor, born in Saint-André-Farivilliers. Trained at the École des Beaux-Arts in Paris under the guidance of Hector Lemaire and Prosper Lecourtier, he specialized in animal sculpture. He made his debut at the Salon of the Société des Artistes Français in 1914 with works depicting animals such as felines, horses, and birds. His career was interrupted by World War I, but he resumed exhibiting regularly after 1921.

Becquerel is best known for his decorative sculptures of wild animals, crafted in bronze or marble, as well as for his monumental works, like the one exhibited at the 1937 Universal Exposition. Influenced by artists like Antoine-Louis Barye, his works are characterized by architectural simplicity and attention to detail, particularly in his depictions of birds and large cats. A recipient of several honors, including a gold medal at the 1945 Salon, he left an artistic legacy marked by the vitality and strength of his animal sculptures.