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Adickes, David

January 19, 1927 · Huntsville, Texas

Adickes, David

Biography

David Pryor Adickes (January 19, 1927 – July 13, 2025) was an American modernist sculptor and painter, known for his most famous work, the statue A Tribute to Courage of Sam Houston in Huntsville, Texas.

Achievements

Adickes studied in France under Fernand Léger and taught at the University of Texas at Austin. He excelled in creating monumental sculptures, including the Virtuoso in Houston and 43 busts of presidents in Virginia. He founded the Adickes Art Foundation Museum in his former high school.

Fun facts

Adickes was a pioneer in monumental sculpture in Texas, creating works that celebrate American history and culture. His statue of Sam Houston is one of the largest in the country. He also taught for over two decades.

Source: Wikipedia

Full nameAdickes, David
Date of birthJanuary 19, 1927
Time of birth07:00
Place of birthHuntsville, Texas
CountryTexas
Sun signCapricorn
Rodden scaleAA — AA — Verified time

Reliability classification based on the Rodden scale, a standard created by Lois Rodden and widely used in astrological databases to assess the quality of birth data.


A visionary artist who fused tradition with innovation.

With the Sun and Mercury in Capricorn, Adickes displayed a strong work ethic and ambition. His Moon in Leo indicates a need for recognition and creative expression, reflected in his large works. The influence of Pisces in his chart suggests a deep artistic sensitivity, while his Scorpio rising gave him intensity and determination in his career.

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Adickes, David was born on January 19, 1927, so their sun sign is Capricorn.

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Rodden AA means: AA — Verified time. The Rodden scale evaluates the reliability of birth data used in astrology.

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