Paul Raphael Montford: Sculptor of Majesty and Spirit Paul Raphael Montford (1868–1938) stands as a prominent figure in late Victorian and early 20th-century British sculpture, alongside his significant contributions to Australian art. Born in London on November 1, 1868, Montford’s artistic journey began within a family steeped in sculptural tradition – his father, Horace Montford, achieved renown for his work at the Royal Academy Schools and garnered a gold medal in 1869. This familial influence instilled in Paul Raphael a foundational understanding of modeling techniques and cemented his p…