Christopher Ross | |
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Born | |
Died | September 17, 2023 | (aged 92)
Nationality | American |
Education | Millbrook School, Collegiate School |
Alma mater | Columbia University |
Occupation(s) | Sculptor, designer and collector |
Known for | Animal Sculpture |
Awards | Grand Cross of the Order of Merit of the Royal House of Braganza Knight of the Order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus of the Royal House of Savoy |
Website | Christopher Ross |
Christopher Ross FRSA OSSML (May 9, 1931 – September 17, 2023) was an American artist,[1] designer and collector of 19th century Imperial militaria.[2] Ross has earned an international reputation for his 'animal' wearable fine art and portrait sculpture in the tradition of the French animalier. His work resists easy classification as he carved out a territory of his own that crosses categories—drawing on fine art, sculpture and design.
In 2023, Ross was bestowed a knighthood of the dynastic order of Saints Maurice and Lazarus by the Royal House of Savoy and a Grand Cross of the Royal House of Braganza for his contributions to European art and culture and his lifelong commitment and pursuit of beauty, quality and excellence.