Italian-American Sculptor Bruno Lucchesi Dies at 99
Bruno Lucchesi, the Italian-American sculptor, passed away in New York this week, just shy of his 100th birthday, as confirmed by his family and Cavalier Galleries. Born in Lucca, Italy, he relocated to New York City in 1958. His impressive sculptures are part of prominent U.S. collections, including the Metropolitan Museum of Art, the Whitney Museum of American Art, and the Dallas Museum of Art. Ron Cavalier, founder of Cavalier Galleries, commended Lucchesi for his ability to embody the human spirit. A cherished educator, he guided countless individuals through workshops and writings. Throughout his 70-year career, Lucchesi earned a Guggenheim Fellowship and the National Sculpture Society’s Medal of Honor. He leaves behind his wife, Ann Rosow-Lucchesi. Cavalier Galleries plans to host “The Memorial Bruno Lucchesi Exhibit” this fall.
Key facts
- Bruno Lucchesi died in New York this week, just weeks shy of his 100th birthday.
- He was born in Lucca, Italy, and moved to New York City in 1958.
- His sculptures are in the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Whitney Museum of American Art, and Dallas Museum of Art.
- He was represented by Cavalier Galleries.
- He received a Guggenheim Fellowship and the National Sculpture Society’s Medal of Honor.
- He was the subject of three books by David Finn.
- He is survived by his wife Ann Rosow-Lucchesi.
- Cavalier Galleries will present 'The Memorial Bruno Lucchesi Exhibit' in the fall.
Entities
Artists
- Bruno Lucchesi
Institutions
- Cavalier Galleries
- Metropolitan Museum of Art
- Whitney Museum of American Art
- Dallas Museum of Art
- Guggenheim Fellowship
- National Sculpture Society
- Istituto d'Arte "A. Passaglia"
- University of Florence
- New School
- National Academy of Design
Locations
- New York
- New York City
- Lucca
- Italy
- Fibbiano Montanino
- Florence