Daniel Chester French

American sculptor of Lincoln statue

Daniel Chester French - American sculptor of Lincoln statue
Born

April 20th, 1850
174 years ago

Died

1931
94 years ago — 81 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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An American sculptor recognized for creating significant works in the field of sculpture. French's most famous work is the seated statue of Abraham Lincoln in the Lincoln Memorial located in Washington D.C. He also produced many other notable pieces, including statues of notable figures and allegorical representations. French was a prominent figure in American sculpture during the late 19th and early 20th centuries, and his artistry contributed to the memorialization of key historical events and figures.

Created the Lincoln statue in the Lincoln Memorial

Produced the statue of Minuteman in Concord, Massachusetts

Designed the statue of the seated figure of Abraham Lincoln

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