Cyrus Edwin Dallin

1861–1944 (age 83)

Sculptor

Biography

Cyrus Edwin Dallin, born in 1861, was a sculptor whose graceful touch captured both the dignity of the past and the hopeful spirit of his time. His works brought stories of courage and humanity to the wider public, encouraging admiration for craftsmanship that honored the people it portrayed.

Those who knew him celebrate the calm strength of his character, a reminder of how artistry and compassion can meet, and his presence is still felt by art lovers and friends gathering at Mount Pleasant Cemetery.

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