Jacob Epstein
Sir Jacob Epstein KBE (10 November 1880 – 19 August 1959) was an American-born British sculptor who helped pioneer modern sculpture. He was born in the United States, and moved to Europe in 1902, becoming a British citizen in 1911. He often produced controversial works which challenged taboos on what was appropriate subject matter for public artworks. He also made paintings and drawings, and often exhibited his work.
Read more about Jacob Epstein: Early Life and Education, Move To Europe, Personal Life, Death and Legacy, Selected Major Pieces, Sculptures
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