Malvina Hoffman: A Pioneer of Sculptural Portraiture Malvina Hoffman (1885 – 1966) stands as a singular figure in American sculpture, celebrated for her distinctive approach to portraiture and her unwavering dedication to capturing the essence of human character through monumental bronze sculptures. Born June 15, 1885, in New York City—the daughter of pianist Richard Hoffman and Fidelia Marshall Lamson—Hoffman’s artistic inclinations blossomed early, nurtured by a familial environment that fostered creativity and intellectual curiosity. Her formative years were marked by intensive study at t…