William A. Starke Memorial, Bronze memorial sculpture in Forest Home Cemetery, Milwaukee, United States.
The William A. Starke Memorial features a seated angel figure designed by Robert Ingersoll Aitken, measuring 180 centimeters in height and 160 centimeters in width.
Created in 1921, this memorial stands as a tribute to William Starke, a Milwaukee businessman who directed multiple companies including the C.H. Starke Bridge Company.
The memorial exemplifies the artistic techniques and sculptural preferences of early twentieth-century American public monuments through its classical design and bronze craftsmanship.
Visitors can locate the memorial in Section 33 of Forest Home Cemetery at 2405 West Forest Home Avenue, with precise coordinates at 42°59'48"N 87°56'32"W.
The memorial incorporates intricate bronze details that demonstrate Aitken's technical skill in metal sculpture, adding to Milwaukee's outdoor art collection.
Inception: 1921
Creator: Robert Ingersoll Aitken
GPS coordinates: 42.99674,-87.94229
Latest update: March 5, 2025 14:55
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