Malvina Hoffman was an American sculptor born on March 15, 1885, in New York City. She is best known for her work in the early 20th century, particularly her sculptures that often depicted diverse cultures and ethnicities. Hoffman studied at the Art Students League of New York and later traveled to Europe, where she was influenced by various artistic movements. One of her most notable projects was the Hall of Man at the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago, which featured life-sized sculptures of people from around the world. Hoffman’s dedication to capturing the human form and cultural diversity made her a significant figure in American sculpture until her death in 1966.