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Alexander Stirling Calder
Alexander Stirling Calder: A Life in Stone Alexander Stirling Calder (January 11, 1870 – January 7, 1945) was a prominent American sculptor best known for his monumental public works. His creations grace cityscapes and landmarks, embodying the grandeur of the Beaux-Arts style. Early Life and Education Born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Calder came from an artistic family. His father, Alexander Milne Calder, was a celebrated sculptor
himself, instilling in young Alexander a passion for the art form. He received his early education at city public schools before enrolling at the prestigious Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts (PAFA) in 1885, at just fifteen years old. He initially studied under Thomas Eakins, but Eakins’ forced resignation shortly after Calder's enrollment led him to continue his studies with Thomas Anshutz and James P. Kelly. Calder demonst…