Practically nothing is known of this talented sculptor, not even his nationality; although, he is believed to be of French or possibly Belgian origin. He is probably best known for his bronzes and chryselephantine figurines and statuettes that often depict young children.

Omerth was very versatile as a sculptor. He production range includes animalier* pieces in the form of dogs and deer, French military subjects, art nouveau* bronzes usually featuring women in hats and bonnets, and art deco* sporting statues produced in the 1920s and 1930s depicting tennis, football and golf players.

Submitted by Mike Parker, Collector of Art Deco, Art Nouveau and Animalier* sculptures.


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