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Sculpture has also been prominent in Chile ’ s culture.

In the 19th century, sculptor Rebeca Matte ( 1875-1929 ) was the first Chilean woman to embrace the art.

She was commissioned to produce a piece by the government of Chile as a gift to the government of Brazil which she called " Icarus and Daedalus " ( United in Glory and Peace ).

In 1930, her husband donated a bronze copy to the Museum of Fine Arts in Santiago which is recognized as a leading masterpiece.

Matte also created a battle monument as a tribute to the heroes of Concepcion.

In the 20th century, Marta Colvin ( 1907-1995 ) gained international status by exhibiting her work in cities around the world.