Pierre-Eugène-Émile Hébert Sculptures

The modeling of this cast is particularly interesting, with the model somewhat unclear as to whether he is lifting the covering to reveal the Sphinx or is lowering the fabric to hide her away. Hébert's chosen proportions suggest she is being hidden, being put away. The ferocious adversary of the Thebes is nearly reduced to a household pet in dimension; she is rigid and static, modeled like a statue rather than as a living being while Oedipus is a vibrant image of life. It is prophetic as Oedipus lowers the fabric over the eyes of Sphinx of the self-inflicted blindness awaiting him. An exceedingly fine cast by the foundry of Georges Servant, the figural group is finished in an overall dark brown surface patination with hints of warmer golden browns and red oxide below the surface. Conceived in 1869, this cast was executed subsequently by Servant and is sealed on the base "G&S / Medaille D'Or / 1867". Note the exquisite treatment of the surface with intricate chiseling, filing and textured hammering throughout. Georges Servant exhibited extensively, including at the 1855 Paris Exhibition and the London Exhibitions of 1862 and 1867, winning in the latter the gold medallion referenced in the markings of his work. While Hébert worked with numerous foundries throughout his career, his partnership with Servant was apparently the most productive and long-standing, having a significant portion of his output produced in the Servant foundry both as serial casts and as models to surmount clocks. They also partnered together for somewhat limited production of bronze sculpture to decorate furnishings. Pierre-Eugéne-Emile Hebert...

This mysterious traveler is a fine and rare model by Hébert that unpacks slowly as you view it from various angles. A work that was intended for the center of the room, it presents b...

A superbly cast antique French bronze figure of a maiden and cherub by Emile Pierre Eugene Herbert (1828-1893) circa 1850 in date. This dark brown patinated bronze features a seated maiden dressed in a classical flowing gown, bathing a winged cherub's feet on a pedestal font with claw feet, inscribed E Herbert Sculpt. Michel edn. This high-quality hot cast solid bronze was produced using the traditional "lost wax" process, otherwise known as the "cire perdue" method. The craftsmanship is second to none throughout all aspects of this sculpture and it is sure to add an unparalleled touch of elegance to your home. Condition: In excellent condition, please see photos for confirmation. Dimensions in cm: Height 37 x width 23 x depth 30 Dimensions in inches: Height 14.6 x width 9.1 x depth 11.8 Herbert, Pierre-Eugène-Emile (French, 1828-1893) Pierre-Eugène-Emile Hébert (1823-1893) was a renowned 19th century French sculptor. A versatile artist, Herbert produced romantic bronzes and marbles, as well as furniture and decorative pieces in the Neoclassical and Egyptian Revival styles. The son of sculptor Pierre Hébert...

An exceptional presentation piece depicting the Greek goddess Thetis, the figure is executed by Pierre Emile Hébert in collaboration with the bronze fonde...

Very finely detailed bronze of Thetis signed by the noted French artist Emile Hebert. This model is pictured in Vol IV of the four volumes of bronzes, Berman Abage.  

Very beautiful dynamic depiction of Venus by Pierre-Eugène-Emile Hébert (1828 – 1893, Paris) in bronze. Venus wears a wide antique dress and is accompanied by cupid next to her. The...

19th century French bronze pugilist boxers sculpture by Emile Hebert Box bronze sculpture depicting two active bare-fisted, shirtless men boxing upon ...