Malvina Hoffman
Sculptor
American sculptor and author who made life-size bronze sculptures of people, such as Martinique Woman, located in the Brooklyn Museum.
She moved to Europe at the age of 23 to pursue sculpture.
She was fascinated by dancers and they make up the subject matter of much of her work.
She married Samuel B. Grimson.
She was accepted as a student by Auguste Rodin after many failed attempts.