Fred Kormis (1897 - 1986)

Biography

Fred Kormis (September 20, 1894 – May 12, 1986) was a German sculptor. Kormis gained recognition for his bronze portrait medallions. Amongst a total of 41 pieces exhibited at Royal Academy the subjects included Edward VIII, Winston Churchill and Charlie Chaplin. Examples of his medallions are to be found in the National Portrait Gallery, the British Museum and the Royal Collection.