George Washington, Bronze sculpture in Rose City Park, Portland, US
Description
This bronze sculpture stands at the intersection of Northeast 57th Avenue and Sandy Boulevard in Portland. It depicts Washington dressed formally while holding a cane, created by an Italian-American artist.
History
Sculptor Pompeo Coppini created this work in 1926 to mark the 150th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. It is one of three Washington monuments that this artist made in different countries.
Culture
The statue portrays Washington dressed formally with a cane, following how he was commonly depicted in his time. It stands at a busy street intersection as part of the city's public art collection.
Practical
The statue sits at a street corner and is easy to spot from the surrounding area. The location has sidewalks, making it convenient for visitors to stop and view the artwork.
Did you know?
In 2020, the statue was removed from its base during street demonstrations and later restored. This event sparked discussions about how the city should handle such monuments.
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