Wallace Leroy DeWolf
American businessman
Died when: 76 years 304 days (922 months)Star Sign: Pisces
Wallace Leroy DeWolf (February 24, 1854 – December 25, 1930), sometimes also written as De Wolf, was an American lawyer, businessman, philanthropist, and artist.He was born in Chicago, Illinois and spent most of his life in the city.
Originally a lawyer, DeWolf founded a successful real estate company in 1894.In 1901, he was named the president of the Kellogg Switchboard & Supply Company.
His seven-year tenure featured a stock controversy that reached the Illinois Supreme Court and resulted in a large strike.DeWolf was passionate about the arts, amassing a collection of Anders Zorn works that he donated to the Art Institute of Chicago.
DeWolf was an etcher himself, and some of his works were showcased at the Art Institute.A room there was named the DeWolf Gallery of American Landscapes in his honor.
DeWolf was also a trustee at the Pasadena Art Institute.
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