Iconic Chicago Sculptor Richard Hunt Passes Away at 88

Richard Hunt, a renowned sculptor known for his abstract works, including the Ida B. Wells monument in Chicago and centerpieces at the Art Institute, has passed away at the age of 88. Hunt's sculptures can be found across the country, and his art has made a significant impact on the art world. He was the first African American sculptor to have a retrospective exhibition at the Museum of Modern Art in New York in 1971. Hunt's work often focused on themes of freedom and civil rights, and he created pieces memorializing figures such as Martin Luther King Jr. and Mary McLeod Bethune. His legacy will live on through his extensive body of work and the Richard Hunt Legacy Foundation, which aims to promote public awareness of his art.