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Lawrence Nowlan

1965 – 2013

American artist and sculptor

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Lived 1965 – 2013 (aged 48). Lawrence Nowlan was an American sculptor.

Lawrence Joseph Nowlan Jr. (January 11, 1965 – July 30, 2013) was an American sculptor and figurative artist known for his statues of notable individuals, including Harry Kalas and Jackie Gleason. Nowlan also designed memorials, including the firefighter sculptures at the Wildland Firefighters National Monument in Boise, Idaho, which was his first commission as a sculptor, and the war memorial in Windsor, Vermont.

Biography

Early life and education Nowlan was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, to Lawrence and Jeanne Nowlan. Nowlan created three eight-foot tall, bronze statues of firefighters as the centerpiece of the Wildland Firefighters National Monument, which was dedicated on May 25, 2000, in Boise, Idaho.

Nowlan's other public works include a statue of Jackie Gleason's character from The Honeymooners television show, Ralph Kramden, which stands inside the Port Authority Bus Terminal in Manhattan, New York City.

Nowlan was survived by his wife Heather, their daughter Monet and son Teelin, and his six siblings, Peter, Joseph, Jeanne, Susan, Nancy and Danielle.

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Pennsylvania Academy of the Fine Arts, New York Academy of Art, Millersville University of Pennsylvania, Archbishop John Carroll High School

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Lawrence Nowlan?

American artist and sculptor

When was Lawrence Nowlan born?

Lawrence Nowlan was born on 11 January 1965.

When did Lawrence Nowlan die?

Lawrence Nowlan died on 30 July 2013.

What was Lawrence Nowlan's occupation?

Lawrence Nowlan was a sculptor.

What nationality was Lawrence Nowlan?

Lawrence Nowlan was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Lawrence Nowlan

· Wikidata: Q15993345

· DBpedia: Lawrence Nowlan

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