Henry K. Bush-Brown
Henry K. Bush-Brown | |
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Portrait of Bush-Brown, c. 1905–1935 | |
| Born | Henry Kirke Bush-Brown April 21, 1857 Ogdensburg, New York, U.S. |
| Died | 1935 (aged 77–78) Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Resting place | Baldwin Memorial United Methodist Church Cemetery Millersville, Maryland, U.S. |
| Occupation | Sculptor |
| Spouse | Margaret White Lesley |
| Children | 3, including Lydia |
| Relatives | Henry Kirke Brown (uncle) |
Henry Kirke Bush-Brown (April 21, 1857 in Ogdensburg, New York –1935) was an American sculptor and the adopted nephew of sculptor Henry Kirke Brown. He was raised in Newburgh, New York and attended the National Academy of Design in New York City. He became known for historically accurate realist sculptures illustrating American history.
Bush-Brown married Margaret White Lesley, also a painter, with whom he had three surviving children; their daughter, Lydia, became a noted designer.
Henry K. Bush-Brown was the first president of the Arts Club of Washington.