Karl Bitter: A Biography (1917)

Karl Bitter: A Biography is a book written by Ferdinand Schevill and published in 1917. The book provides a comprehensive account of the life and work of Karl Bitter, an Austrian-born sculptor who became one of the most prominent artists in the United States during the early 20th century.The biography begins with Bitter's early life in Vienna, where he studied at the Academy of Fine Arts before moving to the United States in 1889. Schevill traces Bitter's career as a sculptor in America, including his work on numerous public monuments, architectural sculptures, and decorative arts.The book also provides insight into Bitter's personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and colleagues. Schevill examines Bitter's artistic influences and techniques, as well as his involvement in the art world of his time.Karl Bitter: A Biography is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of American art, sculpture, and architecture, as well as the life of one of its most important practitioners.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.