Equestrian statue of Caesar Rodney, Bronze equestrian statue in Rodney Square, Wilmington, United States
This bronze equestrian sculpture depicts Caesar Rodney mounted on a galloping horse with raised front legs, set upon a granite pedestal in downtown Wilmington. The figure was created by sculptor James Edward Kelly as a tribute to Delaware's role in founding the United States.
The monument was unveiled on July 4, 1923, to honor Delaware's contribution to American independence. Sculptor James Edward Kelly created the work to commemorate Rodney's role in the founding of the nation.
The pedestal features two bronze plaques showing key moments, including Rodney casting the deciding vote for independence at Independence Hall. These images tell the story of his role in a turning point for America.
The statue is currently held in a private storage facility in New Castle, Delaware, after being removed from public view in June 2020. The sculpture is not displayed at its original location in Rodney Square at this time.
The artist balanced the weight carefully by positioning Rodney toward the rear of the horse and adding extra material to the tail for stability. This technical approach allowed the galloping pose to be supported without extra props underneath.
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