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Richard Hunt

Sculptor

Birthday September 12, 1935

Birth Sign Virgo

Birthplace Chicago, IL

Age 88 years old

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About

American sculptor who is internationally renowned for his public sculptures. He won the Lifetime Achievement Award from the International Sculpture Center.

Before Fame

He studied at the Junior School of the Art Institute and later at the Art Institute of Chicago.

Trivia

He completed more public sculptures than any other artist in the country.

Family Life

His mother was an artist and encouraged him to make art.

Associated With

He was chosen by President Lyndon B. Johnson as one of the first artists to serve on the governing board of the National Endowment for the Arts.