Homer, Bronze sculpture at University of Virginia, United States
The Homer sculpture presents the Greek poet sitting on a bench with an Egyptian student guide who carries a writing tablet in front.
Moses Jacob Ezekiel completed this bronze creation in 1907 from his studio in Rome, after which it found its home at the University of Virginia.
The sculpture portrays the relationship between Homer and his student guide, reflecting educational values and mentorship within academic settings at the university.
The artwork measures approximately 6 feet in height, 3 feet in width, and 5 feet in depth, situated on a black marble base near Cabell Hall.
Initially commissioned for Amherst College but rejected, the sculpture was redirected to the University of Virginia through Thomas Nelson Page's intervention.
Location: Virginia
Inception: June 10, 1907
Creator: Moses Jacob Ezekiel
Made from material: bronze
GPS coordinates: 38.03326,-78.50468
Latest update: March 6, 2025 14:41
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