Doris Lindner facts for kids

Doris Lexley Margaret Lindner (born July 8, 1896 – died 1979) was a very talented British artist. She was a sculptor, which means she created amazing figures out of materials like stone and bronze. Doris was especially known for making sculptures of animals and birds.

Who Was Doris Lindner?

Doris Lindner was a British sculptor who lived from 1896 to 1979. She became famous for her detailed and lifelike sculptures. Her favorite subjects were animals and birds. Many of her beautiful works were later made into porcelain figures.

Early Life and Education

Doris was born in a place called Llanyre in Wales. She spent her childhood growing up in Winchester, England. Her family was well-off, which meant they had enough money for things like servants.

Doris loved art and went to several special schools to learn her craft.

• First, she studied at the Calderon School of Animal Painting in London. This school focused on teaching artists how to draw and sculpt animals.
• Next, she attended Saint Martin's School of Art, also in London. This is a very famous art school.
• Finally, she finished her studies at the British School in Rome, Italy. This gave her a chance to learn from ancient art.

Her Amazing Animal Sculptures

Doris Lindner became an expert at making sculptures of birds and animals. She used many different materials for her art. These included stone, plaster, bronze, and even concrete.

Many of her sculptures were so popular that they were reproduced. A company called Royal Worcester made porcelain versions of her animal figures. This meant more people could own and enjoy her art.

One of her most famous pieces was a bronze statuette of Princess Elizabeth. This was before she became Queen Elizabeth II! Royal Worcester also made a special limited edition of this statuette in porcelain. A life-size version of this sculpture was even shown in Selfridges, a big department store in London. This was part of the celebrations for the Coronation in 1953.

Exhibitions and Recognition

Doris Lindner was a very active artist. She regularly showed her sculptures in important art shows. These shows are called "exhibitions."

She often exhibited her work at the Royal Academy of Arts in London. This is one of the most important art institutions in Britain. She also showed her art at:

• The Royal Glasgow Institute of the Fine Arts in Scotland.
• The Royal Society of British Sculptors.
• The Leicester Galleries.
• The London Group.
• The Royal Society of British Artists.

Showing her work in these places helped her become well-known and respected as a sculptor.

Later Life

For most of her career, Doris Lindner lived in London. Later in her life, she moved to different parts of England. She lived in Gloucestershire and also in Addlestone in Sussex. Doris Lindner passed away in 1979 in Maidstone, Kent. Her beautiful animal sculptures continue to be admired today.