Early 20th Century Vincent Glinsky Mid Century Face of Love Madonna Bust Sculpture Statue

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Mid 20th century cast foundry stone sculpture titled "Face of Love" by Vincent Glinsky. Depicts a representation of the Virgin … Read more Mid 20th century cast foundry stone sculpture titled "Face of Love" by Vincent Glinsky. Depicts a representation of the Virgin Mary / Madonna with a glossy off white face, mottled green hair/veil, and black painted base. Marked along back edge of base.

Vincent Glinsky (December 18, 1895 – March 19, 1975) was an American sculptor. He is especially noted for his architectural decorations. Vincent Glinsky was born in Russia on December 18, 1895 and emigrated to America just before World War I, settling in Syracuse, NY, with his family. In 1916 he moved to New York City, joining the inaugural class of the Beaux Arts Institute of Design, where he later taught (1931–32; 1940–41). During 1925–26 Glinsky studied at Columbia University's School of Architecture and moved into the field of architectural sculpture, working with Albert Kahn ("the architect of Detroit"), on the Maccabees Building, among other projects. In 1927 Glinsky went to live in Europe for approximately two years, settling first in Rome. He later moved to Paris, where he was acknowledged as part of L'Ecole de Paris. On his return to New York, Glinsky began to exhibit widely. In 1937 Glinsky joined with 56 other artists as a Founding Member of the Sculptors Guild in New York. Over the years he took on active roles in other arts organizations, including Vice-President of the Architectural League of New York (1956–58), Fellow of the National Sculpture Society, Academician of the National Academy of Design, and a member of the Audubon Artists' Society. He was married to the American sculptor Cleo Hartwig (1907–1988). His son is composer and author Albert Glinsky.
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5.5" x 6.5" x 10.5" (Width x Depth x Height) See less