early life and career richard hamilton park, an american sculptor, was born in the united states in 1832. he worked in marble and bronze, creating pieces that were commissioned by the wealthy elite of the nineteenth century. park's early career is marked by his work as a marble cutter's apprentice under erastus dow palmer, a prominent neoclassical sculptor. notable works park's notable works include: marble bust of john plankinton: a testament to park's skill, this bust showcases his ability to capture the essence of his subjects. george washington monument: as milwaukee's first piece of pub…