Mother with Child, Stone statue in Strašnice, Czech Republic
Mother with Child is a public sculpture made from artificial stone located in an open area of Prag 10. It depicts the bond between a parent and child through a simplified sculptural form.
The sculpture was created by Peter Oriešek and Dana Vachtova between 1982 and 1984. It was made during a period of growing artistic activity in the city.
The sculpture represents the connection between parent and child, reflecting societal values through its permanent presence in the neighborhood.
The sculpture sits in a freely accessible outdoor area that requires no admission fee. It is reachable by public transit and open to visitors throughout the year.
The artificial stone material selection by the artists enables the statue to maintain its form despite exposure to different weather conditions.
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