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Grotesques of Van Ryn & De GellekeNumerous school buildings across Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin greet its academics and scholars with portraits sculpted on their facades. The theatrical display of these figures arouse our emotions, captivating us with the mysterious charm of their hand-sculpted craft reminiscent of some Gothic or medieval days. In this book Tyjeski presents the early history of grotesque sculpture in Milwaukee’s architecture, the sculptors behind these evocative figures, and how local architects Van Ryn & De Gelleke explored these motifs in school buildings across Wisconsin, guiding us with the context to appreciate their artistry and history.
Forthcoming 2026 Hardcover, 7"x10" |