About Henry Kreis
Lived 1899 – 1963 (aged 63–64). Henry Kreis was a German sculptor.
Henry Godfrey Kreis (July 27, 1899–January 22, 1963) was an American sculptor.
Life He studied at the State School of Applied Arts in Munich. In 1935 Kreis designed the Connecticut Tercentenary half dollar, then in 1936 he designed the Bridgeport, Connecticut, Centennial half dollar and the reverse of the Arkansas-Robinson half dollar.
In 1947, he created the Wise virgins and Foolish virgins medal for the Society of Medalists.
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Who was Henry Kreis?
American sculptor of the 20th century (1899–1963)
When was Henry Kreis born?
Henry Kreis was born in 1899 in Essen.
When did Henry Kreis die?
Henry Kreis died in 1963.
What was Henry Kreis's occupation?
Henry Kreis was a sculptor.
What nationality was Henry Kreis?
Henry Kreis was German.
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