Biography

Mahonri Mackintosh Young was an influential American sculptor and artist, born on August 9, 1877, and passing on November 2, 1957. Known for his social-realist style, Young's prolific career spanned various mediums, including sculpture, painting, and printmaking. He produced over 320 sculptures, 590 oil paintings, 5,500 watercolors, and 2,600 prints, but he is most celebrated for his sculptures. His works are characterized by their spontaneity, as he often sketched quickly on-site to capture a natural essence. Young was born into a family with a rich Mormon heritage, being the grandson of Brigham Young, the second President of the LDS Church. He began his artistic journey in Salt Lake City, Utah, before moving to New York City, where he became associated with the Ashcan School and "The Eight." His notable works include the This Is The Place Monument and the Seagull Monument in Salt Lake City, as well as a statue of Brigham Young in the United States Capitol's National Statuary Hall Collection. Young's contributions to art were significant, and his works continue to be collected for their historical and cultural significance, with many pieces housed at Brigham Young University.