Zéphyrin Ferrez: A Parisian Sculptor's Brazilian Legacy Zéphyrin Ferrez (1797-1851) stands as a testament to the artistic exchange between France and Brazil during the mid-nineteenth century. Born in Saint-Laurent-en-Grandvaux, France, he embarked on a journey that would ultimately see him establish himself as a prominent sculptor and engraver within Rio de Janeiro’s vibrant cultural landscape—a city captivated by neoclassical ideals and eager to embrace European artistic traditions. His life was marked by both formal training and considerable travel, shaping his distinctive style and contri…