George Washington, Marble sculpture in Washington Square, Philadelphia, United States.
Joseph A. Bailly created an eight-foot-six-inch tall marble statue of George Washington, portraying the first president in a standing position with detailed attire.
The original white marble statue was dedicated in 1869 by Philadelphia Mayor Daniel M. Fox and later moved to Conversation Hall at Philadelphia City Hall.
The monument represents the artistic evolution of public statuary in Philadelphia, combining classical sculptural techniques with American historical representation.
A bronze replica of the original marble statue now stands at the site, mounted on a six-foot-eight-inch base of marble and granite.
The statue's measurements of 79 centimeters in width and length, with a height of 260 centimeters, demonstrate precise architectural proportions.
Location: Philadelphia
Inception: 1869
Creator: Joseph A. Bailly
Made from material: marble
GPS coordinates: 39.94899,-75.15001
Latest update: March 3, 2025 10:04
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