Stephen Foster, Bronze sculpture in Schenley Plaza, Oakland, US
The bronze monument features composer Stephen Foster seated with a notebook while an African American figure plays banjo at his feet.
Created by Giuseppe Moretti in 1900, the statue stood in Highland Park before moving to Schenley Plaza during World War II in 1944.
The monument represents Foster, known as the father of American music, who composed over 200 songs including Oh Susanna and Beautiful Dreamer.
The statue generated substantial controversy due to its racial representation and was removed from public display on April 26, 2018.
The creation process involved Foster's brother Morrison serving as a model, while nearly 50,000 people attended the initial dedication ceremony.
Location: Pennsylvania
Inception: 1900
Creator: Giuseppe Moretti
GPS coordinates: 40.44340,-79.95180
Latest update: May 11, 2025 22:54
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