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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
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Sophia Tareen

Prolific Chicago sculptor whose public works explored civil rights, Richard Hunt dies at 88

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Richard Hunt, a prolific Chicago artist who was the first Black sculptor to receive a solo retrospective at New York City's Museum of Modern Art and whose public works drew praise from presidents, has died at age 88.

Hunt “passed away peacefully” Saturday at his home, according to a statement posted on his website. No cause of death was given.

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