The Servant Christ, Bronze sculpture at Christ House in Adams Morgan, Washington D.C., United States.
The Servant Christ is a bronze sculpture at Christ House showing a kneeling Jesus figure dressed in contemporary sweatshirt and pants, leaning over a water bowl. Water flows from the bowl into the figure's left hand, making it both an artwork and a working fountain.
The sculpture was created in 1986 by artist Jimilu Mason and later documented by the Smithsonian's Save Outdoor Sculpture survey in 1994. This recognition helped ensure the work's preservation for future observation.
The sculpture stands near a sunroom window where residents pass by daily, serving as a visual expression of humility and service central to the house's mission. Its positioning makes it part of the everyday experience for those who stay there.
The sculpture sits on the grounds of Christ House at 1717 Columbia Road Northwest in the Adams Morgan neighborhood. Being in an outdoor location, it can be viewed from the street and surrounding areas.
The sculpture portrays Jesus in everyday clothing like a sweatshirt and pants instead of traditional robes, creating an unexpected link between ancient faith and modern times. This choice emphasizes that compassion and service belong to the present day as much as the past.
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