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Patience Wright

American sculptor of wax figures (1725-1786) · United States · On the map · Artists · Died at 61

Patience Wright was a sculptor of wax figures, and the first recognized American-born sculptor. Wright is recorded as creating at least 55 works; only her full-length figure of Lord Chatham survives.

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Country
United States
Category
Artists
Type
Artist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1725 to 1786 · aged 61