A 2' foot tall Patinated Solid Bronze Sculpture titled "Long" by Charles Cropper Parks (American, 1922-2012). Signed and dated 94 on the sculpture's base. On a polished black marble base. Measures 7x7x24" and weight is 25 pds. PROVENANCE: Descendents of the Corning Glass Works. Born in 1922 in a modest farmhouse in Onancock, VA, the son of George W. Parks and Lee Cropper Parks, he began his education in a one-room schoolhouse in Talleyville, Delaware. His formal art instruction began in 1938 when he was in the tenth grade. During the onset of World War II, Parks joined the Air Force as a Second Lieutenant. In 1947 he entered the University of Delaware to resume his studies. The next year he began four years of study at The Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, juggling the roles of student, machinist, sculptor, husband and father. By 1950, Parks was receiving a parade of prizes and awards as the world of academic sculpture recognized his abilities. The artist kept a studio / gallery in Wilmington, Delaware. Through his public, corporate, and private commissions, Parks established himself as a professional artist of the highest caliber. For over 50 years, Parks created 300 sculptures for individuals, public parks and plazas throughout Delaware and across the U.S. He served on the President's Advisory Committee on the Fine Arts for the John F. Kennedy Center in Washington DC, was the past President of the National Sculpture Society and was a Academician at the National Academy of Design in NYC. He was a trustee of Brookgreen Gardens in South Carolina where five of his major works are displayed. He won numerous honors and awards throughout his illustrious and long career. **Pickup only or Shipping on furniture offered through the On the Go Transport 580-353-9539, The UPS store 843-202-0141 or locally AJ Williams & Sons 843-442-0462. Please contact them or your own choice of shipper directly. All furniture must be removed or arrangements made by the seller by 5 days of end of auction.

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