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The Piccirilli Brothers - Master Stone Carvers

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Adults
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The Piccirilli Brothers were renowned master carvers of marble, who lived and worked in The Bronx after emigrating to the United States from Italy in 1888. They were six brothers who were commissioned to create sculptures throughout the five boroughs of New York City.  They have left a lasting  mark on New York as well as Washington, D.C.  A Powerpoint presentation will highlight their works and will be narrated by Tom Bandise, Past President of the Dr. Vincenzo Sellaro Lodge #2319, Order Sons and Daughters of Italy in America.