Edward Kemeys, Date of Birth, Place of Birth, Date of Death

    

Edward Kemeys

American artist

Date of Birth: 31-Jan-1843

Place of Birth: Savannah, Georgia, United States

Date of Death: 11-May-1907

Profession: painter, sculptor

Nationality: United States

Zodiac Sign: Aquarius


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About Edward Kemeys

  • Edward Kemeys (January 31, 1843 – May 11, 1907) was an American sculptor and considered America's first animalier.
  • He is best known for his sculptures of animals, particularly the two bronze lions that mark the entrance to the Art Institute of Chicago Building in Chicago Illinois.
  • Kemeys was also a Captain in the 4th United States Colored Heavy Artillery, Company H, writer, lecturer, and adventurer in the Western United States.

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