Ion Jalea
Romanian sculptor and medallist (1887-1983) / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Ion Jalea (Romanian pronunciation: [iˈon ˈʒale̯a]; 19 May 1887 – 7 November 1983) was a Romanian sculptor, monumentalist, teacher, and member of the Romanian Academy.
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Born | (1887-07-19)July 19, 1887 |
Died | November 7, 1983(1983-11-07) (aged 96) |
Nationality | Romanian |
Alma mater | Bucharest National University of Arts Académie Julian |
Known for | Sculpture |
Notable work | Resting Archer Statue of George Enescu Statue of Carmen Sylva Dragoș and the bison |
Awards | Order of the Star of the Romanian Socialist Republic Hero of Socialist Labour |
Elected | Titular member of the Romanian Academy |
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He fought in the First World War and lost his left hand in battle. Despite this challenge, he continued to sculpt with his right hand for the rest of his life.