Olive Risley Seward, Bronze statue in Seward Square, Washington D.C., United States.
The bronze figure stands in a contemplative pose, representing Olive Risley Seward, who contributed to American public life during the 19th century.
Created by sculptor John Cavanaugh in 1971, the statue commemorates the adopted daughter of Secretary of State William H. Seward, known for the Alaska Purchase.
The sculpture reflects the growing recognition of women's roles in American politics and represents an important addition to Washington's public art collection.
Visitors can access the statue through Seward Square, located at the intersection of Pennsylvania Avenue and North Carolina Avenue Southeast.
The statue exemplifies Cavanaugh's lead-working techniques, demonstrating his method of shaping sculptures fully in three dimensions rather than traditional relief work.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Location: District of Columbia
Inception: 1971
Creator: John Cavanaugh
GPS coordinates: 38.88642,-76.99822
Latest update: March 4, 2025 00:58
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