Sir Walter Scott, Bronze monument in Central Park, United States.
The granite sculpture presents Sir Walter Scott seated with his dog Maida, measuring eight feet in height and resting on a decorative pedestal.
Scottish sculptor John Steell created this monument between 1840 and 1846, with the official dedication ceremony taking place in Central Park on November 27, 1872.
The statue celebrates the achievements of Sir Walter Scott, the Scottish novelist who wrote Ivanhoe and Rob Roy, influencing literature through historical narratives.
Located along the Mall's Literary Walk in Central Park, visitors can find the sculpture among other monuments dedicated to celebrated writers and poets.
The entire monument was carved from a single block of Carrara marble, demonstrating the technical skill required for such large-scale stone sculptures.
Location: New York City
Inception: 1871
Creator: John Steell
Website: https://nycgovparks.org/parks/central-park/monuments/1411
GPS coordinates: 40.77014,-73.97234
Latest update: March 8, 2025 19:04
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