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flag Renowned Pittsburgh sculptor Thaddeus Mosley Jr., celebrated for jazz-inspired wood carvings, died at 99, leaving a lasting legacy in art and mentorship.

flag Renowned Pittsburgh sculptor Thaddeus G. Mosley Jr., known for his monumental wood carvings inspired by jazz and African traditions, died at 99. flag A self-taught artist and Navy veteran, he created abstract works using salvaged wood, gaining acclaim in his later years with major museum exhibitions and a 2022 Carnegie International feature. flag His pieces are held by institutions including the Met, Guggenheim, and Whitney, and are featured in public spaces across Pittsburgh. flag Mosley mentored artists like August Wilson and Ahmad Jamal, and his legacy continues through upcoming installations and exhibitions, including a bronze sculpture in Downtown Pittsburgh and a show at Karma gallery in New York.

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