Ulric Ellerhusen | |
---|---|
![]() Ellerhusen as a student | |
Born | Waren, Mecklenburg, Germany | April 7, 1879
Died | |
Nationality | German-American |
Occupation(s) | Sculptor and architect |
Notable work | Oregon Pioneer |
Ulric Henry Ellerhusen (1879–1957) first name variously cited as Ulrich or Ulrik, surname sometimes cited as Ellerhousen) was a German-American sculptor and teacher best known for his architectural sculpture.
His works include 70 sculptures for the University of Chicago's Rockefeller Chapel; a tympanum over the University's Oriental Institute; 4 statues for the Louisiana State Capitol; 5 exterior reliefs for the Oregon State Capitol; and the Oregon Pioneer statue.