Statue of Charles Devens, Bronze statue at Charles River Esplanade, United States.
Description
The Statue of Charles Devens is a bronze sculpture positioned along the Charles River Esplanade in Boston. It depicts the military officer in an upright posture and stands upon a granite base that anchors the memorial.
History
Sculptor Olin Levi Warner created this memorial in 1894 at its original site near the Boston State House. The sculpture was relocated to the Charles River Esplanade in 1950, where it became accessible to a wider audience.
Culture
The statue honors Charles Devens, a prominent lawyer and judge who served during the Civil War era. It stands along a public walkway where people regularly pass by and encounter this piece of local history.
Practical
The memorial sits along the Charles River Esplanade and is easily accessible on foot from nearby riverside pathways. Visiting during daylight hours allows you to see the bronze sculpture's details most clearly.
Did you know?
The sculpture's granite base was crafted by John Evans and Company, stone workers known for their precision and skill. This collaboration between sculptor and craftsmen reflects the combined effort required to create such memorials.
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