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Thomas Crawford, His Career, Character, And Works: A Eulogy (1858)

Thomas Crawford, His Career, Character, And Works: A Eulogy (1858)

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Historical Figures19th Century United States HistoryFiction Anthologies

ISBN10: 1104413353
ISBN13: 9781104413354
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Apr 27 2009
Pages: 52
Weight: 0.18
Height: 0.11 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Thomas Crawford, His Career, Character, And Works: A Eulogy is a book written by Thomas Hicks in 1858, which provides an in-depth account of the life and works of the American sculptor Thomas Crawford. The book serves as a tribute to the artist, who had recently passed away at the time of its publication. The book begins with a brief overview of Crawford's early life and education, before delving into his career as a sculptor. Hicks explores Crawford's artistic style and techniques, providing detailed descriptions of some of his most famous works, including the Statue of Freedom atop the United States Capitol building in Washington D.C. The author also examines Crawford's character, highlighting his dedication to his craft and his commitment to creating art that was both beautiful and meaningful. Hicks explores Crawford's relationships with other artists and his impact on the art world of his time. Throughout the book, Hicks provides numerous anecdotes and personal recollections of Crawford, painting a vivid portrait of the artist as both a talented sculptor and a compassionate human being. Overall, Thomas Crawford, His Career, Character, And Works: A Eulogy is a comprehensive and heartfelt tribute to one of America's most celebrated artists.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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