The Daughters of Satan at Fine Arts Museum in Brussels, Belgium

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Egide Rombaux's work was profoundly shaped by the intellectual currents of the Italian Renaissance. He skillfully balanced his Flemish heritage with Latin rigor, earning him the apt nickname "the Rubens of the chisel." His magnum opus, "The Daughters of Satan," a masterfully crafted sculpture of breathtaking composition, is proudly displayed at the Museum in Brussels. Rombaux was a renowned Belgian sculptor. Born in Brussels and son of sculptor Félix Rombaux, he began sculpting as a youth, first studying under his father's guidance, then with De Groote and Desenfans. He also attended evening classes at the Brussels Academy under Vanderstappen. As a decorative sculptor, he worked on public buildings and served as an assistant to Jef Lambeaux before relocating to Paris. In 1887, he won the prestigious Prix Godecharle and the coveted Prix de Rome in 1891. Rombaux spent approximately 1887-94 in Italy before returning to Paris, where he encountered Rodin. He settled back in Brussels in 1895 and became a member of the Académie Royale de Belgique in 1908. In his later years, Rombaux taught at the National Institute of Fine Arts in Antwerp and at the Brussels Academy. His notable works include monuments, low-reliefs, and portrait busts. This object is part of "Scan The World," a non-profit initiative introduced by MyMiniFactory, which aims to create a digital repository of fully 3D printable sculptures, artworks, and landmarks from around the globe for public access at no cost. Scan The World is an open-source community effort; if you have interesting items nearby and would like to contribute, email stw@myminifactory.com to learn how you can participate.