Leonard DeLonga

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Leonard DeLonga
Born 1925
Died Dec. 4, 1991
Occupation Professor
Nationality United States
Subject Art

Leonard DeLonga (1925 - December 4, 1991) was an American sculptor, painter, and professor at Mount Holyoke College. He was "best known as a metal sculptor, specializing in welded steel and bronze."[1]

Background

Delonga was originally from Canonsburg, Pennsylvania.[2] He grew up working in steel mills around Pittsburgh [1] and received his B.A. from the University of Miami in 1950. He then studied under Lamar Dodd at the University of Georgia, graduating in 1952.[2] DeLonga taught at Georgia where he, "became a noteworthy metal sculptor." [3] He also became known for his work in "alabaster, steel and bronze sculptures, oil paintings and drawings."[1]

Career

DeLonga joined Mount Holyoke in 1964 and established the sculpture program at the college (where he taught until his death in 1991).[2] His studio was located in the basement of his home, which he shared with his wife Sandy DeLonga, close to the college.[1]

He died of a brain tumor on Dec. 4, 1991.[1] The Higgins Armory Museum held the "Leonard Anthony DeLonga: Modern Master of Medieval Metalwork" exhibit from October 1993 - July 1994.[1] His work was represented by Kraushaar Galleries in New York City.[4]

Further reading

  • Magiera, Frank. "Leonard DeLonga's Work is Remembered at Higgins." Worcester Telegram & Gazette, October 31, 1993, p. 10.
  • Humanism in New England art.[5]

Notes

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