Mary Callery
Sculptor and educator in modern art
Born
June 19th, 1903
122 years ago
Died
1977
48 years ago — 74 years old
Category
Artists & Creatives
Country
United States
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Born in the United States, a prolific sculptor and academic, contributed significantly to modern sculpture and the promotion of the arts in America and France. Studied at the Art Students League and later became an influential figure in art education. Worked with a variety of materials and was particularly noted for her bronze sculptures. Participated in numerous exhibitions and her work is included in prestigious collections, showcasing the evolution of 20th-century modernist sculpture.
Exhibited at the Museum of Modern Art in New York
Created significant bronze sculptures
Taught at several art institutions
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