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Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1907) is a book written by Royal Cortissoz that chronicles the life and work of the renowned American sculptor, Augustus Saint-Gaudens. The book provides a comprehensive overview of Saint-Gaudens' life, from his early days as an apprentice in a cameo factory, to his rise to fame as one of the most celebrated sculptors of his time. Cortissoz explores Saint-Gaudens' artistic process, including his use of models and sketches, and delves into the inspiration behind some of his most famous works, such as the Shaw Memorial and the Diana sculpture. The book also discusses Saint-Gaudens' influence on the art world, as well as his impact on American culture and history.Throughout the book, Cortissoz provides detailed descriptions of Saint-Gaudens' sculptures and the stories behind them, as well as insights into the artist's personal life and relationships. The book is illustrated with numerous photographs and reproductions of Saint-Gaudens' work, providing readers with a visual representation of his artistic legacy.Overall, Augustus Saint-Gaudens (1907) is a comprehensive and engaging biography of one of America's most influential sculptors, offering readers a fascinating glimpse into the life and work of this iconic artist.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.