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Self Portrait (The Pine Knot Portrait)
Self Portrait (The Pine Knot Portrait)
Self Portrait (The Pine Knot Portrait)
Self Portrait (The Pine Knot Portrait)
Self Portrait (The Pine Knot Portrait), Modeled 1822, cast 1971
William Rush
Bronze
20 x 18 x 10 inches
23 inches high overall
Stamped Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, (copyright) Kennedy Galleries 5/15
William Rush, Self Portrait (The Pine Knot Portrait), Modeled 1822, cast 1971
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William Rush, a Neo-Classical sculptor from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania is considered to be America’s first major sculptor. Rush incorporated a strong artisanal craftsmanship unique to America with his training in the timeless Neo-Classical European tradition. Originally a prominent carver of figureheads for ships (Philadelphia at the time was a major shipbuilding center), Rush is also remembered along with Charles Wilson Peale as one of the founders of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Art which houses some of his sculptures to this day. Born both coincidentally and ironically on July 4, 1756, Rush was one of the first American sculptors to create sculpture specially designed to be placed outdoors. His use of dramatic contrast and strong shadows was achieved by his signature and distinctive deep undercuts that could be seen from a distance.

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