Monument to Emmanuel Frémiet

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This iconic memorial statue honoring Emmanuel Fremiet was commissioned by the Jardin des Plantes and the Museum National d'Histoire Naturelle in Paris, France. The magnificent bronze sculpture was skillfully crafted by French artist Henri Greber in 1913, showcasing Fremiet at work as a master sculptor creating an exquisite piece of art. Emmanuel Fremiet was a renowned animal sculptor who spent time working at the Jardin des Plantes and later became a professor for animal drawing at the prestigious Natural History Museum. His artistic talent earned him recognition and respect from his peers. On the pedestal of this impressive sculpture, a relief designed by Henri Greber beautifully captures the equestrian statue of Joan of Arc that Fremiet actually created for Napoleon III. This remarkable work of art pays tribute to Fremiet's exceptional skill as a sculptor. Located on the back of the base of the Emmanuel Fremiet statue is another bronze bas-relief, this one depicting a bear hunter with a bear. This particular sculpture was a testament to Fremiet's ability to create breathtaking works of art, and it serves as a reminder of his enduring legacy as an animal sculptor.