Edward Kemeys
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For the politician, see Edward Kemeys (MP).
Edward Kemeys (January 31, 1843 – May 11, 1907) was an American sculptor[1] and considered America's first animalier.[2]
He is best known for his sculptures of animals, particularly the two bronze lions that mark the entrance to the Art Institute of Chicago Building in Chicago.[3] Kemeys was also a captain in the 4th United States Colored Heavy Artillery, Company H, writer, lecturer, and adventurer in the Western United States.[4]