Sir William Blackstone, Bronze sculpture at E. Barrett Prettyman United States Courthouse, Washington D.C., United States
The bronze statue of Sir William Blackstone stands 2.7 meters tall at the intersection of 3rd and Pennsylvania Avenue, depicting him in judicial robes with ceremonial wig.
Created by Paul Wayland Bartlett in 1926, the statue was initially intended for London's Middle Temple but relocated to Washington D.C. in 1943 following World War II damage.
The statue represents the strong connection between American and British legal systems, with Blackstone's Commentaries forming a foundation for both jurisdictions' laws.
Located at coordinates 38.8924° N and -77.01585° W, visitors can find this National Park Service maintained statue in front of the United States Courthouse.
The American Bar Association members contributed $50,000 for the statue's creation, while the federal government provided an additional $10,000 for its casting.
Location: Washington, D.C.
Inception: 1920
Creator: Paul Wayland Bartlett
GPS coordinates: 38.89240,-77.01585
Latest update: March 9, 2025 03:06
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