Publisher's Synopsis
My Threescore Years And Ten: An Autobiography (1892) is a memoir written by Thomas Ball, an American sculptor who is best known for creating the equestrian statue of George Washington located in Boston's Public Garden. In this book, Ball recounts his life from his childhood in Charlestown, Massachusetts, to his artistic training and career in Rome, Italy. He also shares his experiences working on various commissions, including the Washington statue and a monument to Abraham Lincoln. Along the way, Ball provides insights into the artistic process and the challenges faced by artists in the 19th century. The book also includes illustrations of some of Ball's most famous works. Overall, My Threescore Years And Ten is a fascinating glimpse into the life of a prominent American sculptor and the world of art during the late 19th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
