Charles Frederic Swigert, Jr. Memorial Fountain, Bronze fountain at Oregon Zoo in Portland, United States.
The Charles Frederic Swigert, Jr. Memorial Fountain is a bronze sculpture at the Oregon Zoo depicting a conversation between a man and a standing girl. The scene is surrounded by various animals including an ape, lion, monkey, two wolves, and a wolf cub, all carved in detail around the central figures.
The fountain was commissioned in 1983 by Christine Swigert as a memorial to her husband Charles Frederic Swigert Jr. Sculptor Richard Beyer designed the composition featuring its themes of nature and animals.
The sculpture brings together human figures and animals, emphasizing the connection between visitors and the zoo's wildlife. It invites guests to reflect on the relationship between people and nature as they move through the grounds.
The sculpture is located within the zoo and can be viewed during regular visiting hours. The site is easily accessible from the zoo pathways and offers a quiet spot to spend a moment.
An inscription beside the sculpture reads Life and the world can be found, I think of a friend. This personal message reveals the deep connection and affection that inspired this memorial.
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