Jacob Epstein
Jacob Epstein (1880–1959) was an American sculptor, painter and draftsperson.
Also recorded as Sir Jacob Epstein; Jacob, Sir Epstein; Sir Epstein; Jacob Epstein (Sir); j. epstein; Epstein.
Jacob Epstein in brief
- Born
- 1880
- Died
- 1959
- Known for
- sculptor, painter, draftsperson and artist
- Place of birth
- New York City
Overview
Also worked under the name Epstein, Sir Jacob.
Born at New York City in 1880, died at London in 1959.
In detail
Jacob Epstein studied at Beaux-Arts de Paris and Académie Julian. the recorded working language is English.
The field of work recorded is art of sculpture. Subjects and genres recorded for the work are figurative art.
Places of work recorded in the authority are New York City, Paris and London.
Works named in the authority record are Oscar Wilde's tomb.
Work by Jacob Epstein is recorded in the collections of Art Institute of Chicago, The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, Auckland Art Gallery, Tate and National Gallery of Canada.
Distinctions recorded are Knight Commander of the Order of the British Empire.
Sources
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- 1.
“Jacob Epstein”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading
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Wikidata, structured authority record Q354779: Jacob Epstein
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