FRED Talks with Alexander Contini - Behind Every Artist
Thursday, July 10th, 2025 12:00PM - 2:00PM Join us for a fascinating illustrated talk on the Contini family, master mold makers and bronze casters whose legacy began in Rome and helped shape American sculpture in the early 20th century. Alexander F. Contini shares rare images and documents to reveal the behind-the-scenes work of Italian immigrants, including family connections to Frederic Remington and Sally James Farnham. The Continis cast works for some of the most prominent sculptors of their
FRED Talks - with Michael Shapiro
Thursday, August 14th, 2025 12:00PM - 1:00PM We’re honored to welcome Michael Shapiro, a leading authority on American bronze casting and sculpture. As the author of Bronze Casting and American Sculpture, 1850–1900, Shapiro offers unparalleled insight into the techniques, history, and artistry behind one of the most influential sculptural movements in American art. Don't miss this opportunity to hear directly from the scholar who literally wrote the book on the subject. Join us in-person at the
