François-Joseph-Hubert Ponscarme

François-Joseph-Hubert Ponscarme was an artist active across the latter half of the nineteenth century, working primarily between 1866 and 1902. Known primarily for his work in metal, eleven examples of his metalworks are documented in major museum holdings, establishing his position within the period’s sculptural and commemorative arts.

The collected works of Ponscarme include various historical and portrait subjects. Among his notable pieces are the detailed relief Napoleon III on Horseback, Inaugurating the Boulevard de Strasbourg, and a compelling Self Portrait. The artist also executed specific, dated portraits in 1878, including the likenesses of Mme. Sophie Benazet and Victor Schoelcher, Journalist and Author. Another significant work is the profile of the influential figure Adam Smith, Political Economist.

Ponscarme’s work is specifically represented in the collections of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. While known primarily for his original metal castings, related surviving impressions and reliefs are sometimes classified with other media, leading to the availability of François-Joseph-Hubert Ponscarme prints today. Due to the timeframe of his career, many of his documented works are considered part of the public domain, ensuring that high-quality prints and related materials remain accessible for scholarly research and display.