Leslie Garland Bolling
Leslie Bolling | |
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Leslie Bolling preparing a rough block of wood for carving | |
| Born | Leslie Garland Bolling September 16, 1898 |
| Died | September 27, 1955 (aged 57) New York City |
| Resting place | Woodland Cemetery, Richmond, Virginia |
| Education | Hampton Agricultural and Normal Institute (1916–1918) Virginia Union University (?–1924) |
| Alma mater | Virginia Union University |
| Occupation | Sculptor |
| Years active | 1928–1950 |
| Known for | Wood carving |
| Notable work | Days of the Week Red Cap |
| Spouses | Julia V. Lightner (m. 1928)Ethelyn M. Bailey (m. 1948) |
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Leslie Garland Bolling (September 16, 1898 – September 27, 1955) was an American sculptor. His carvings reflected everyday themes and shared values of the Black culture in the segregated Southern United States in the early 20th century. Bolling was associated with the Harlem Renaissance and is notable as one of a few African-Americans whose sculpture had lasting acclaim.