Thorfinn Karlsefni, Bronze statue at Kelly Drive, Philadelphia, United States
Description
This bronze work of art depicts a Norse explorer dressed in traditional Viking clothing standing on a granite base. The sculpture was originally positioned along Kelly Drive as part of a series of commemorative monuments.
History
An Icelandic sculptor created this monument in 1920 to honor a Norse explorer who led expeditions to North America around 1004. The work was among the first in a series of monuments celebrating European explorers in America.
Culture
The sculpture commemorates a Norse explorer who became the first European to father a child in North America. It was part of a series of monuments celebrating American history along Kelly Drive.
Practical
The monument was originally installed in 1920 but is currently not on display at its original location due to damage. Visitors interested in the sculpture can explore its history through local information and museum resources.
Did you know?
The sculpture once marked a rare moment in American history connected to a Norse family's arrival and settlement. This link between ancient Norse travelers and early America makes the work a notable cultural testament.
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