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William Rush (sculptor)
American sculptor
William Rush (July 4, 1756 – January 17, 1833) was a U.S. neoclassical sculptor from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. He is considered the first major American sculptor.
Early life and education
Rush was born in Philadelphia, the fourth child of Joseph Rush, a ship's carpenter, and first wife, Rebecca Lincoln. As a teenager, he apprenticed three years with woodcarver Edward Cutbush, and soon surpassed his master in the art of carving of ships' figureheads in wood.[1]
Career
Revolutionary War
Rush saw military service during the Revolutionary War as an officer in a patriot militia.
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He opened his own wood carving business, and was in great demand when the U.S. Navy began building ships in Philadelphia. Later in life, he took up sculpture. Rush was one of the founders of the Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts in Philadelphia, and taught sculpture there.
He was also active in local politics, serving on the Philadelphi