This sculpture is in perfect condition. Bronze dimensions with marble base: height 10" x width 3". Marble dimensions: 3" x 3". The Statue of Freedom is officially entitled the Freedom of the World, it was consecrated on October 28, 1886 and is a monument commemorating the centenary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence of the United States, given to the United States by the French people to represent the friendship between the two countries established during the American revolution. It depicts a woman wearing a stola, a radiant crown and sandals, trampling on a broken chain, carrying a torch in her right hand raised and an ansata tabula, where is inscribed the date of the declaration of independence July iv mdcclxxvi, in her left arm.
Located on freedom island in the harbour of new york, it welcomes visitors, immigrants and returning Americans traveling by boat. Frédéric august bartholdi carved the statue and obtained an American patent for its structure.
Maurice koechlin, chief engineer of the eiffel gustave engineering company and designer of the eiffel tower, designed the internal structure. The pedestal was designed by the architect Richard Morris Hunt. Eugène violette-le-duc is at the origin of the choice of copper in the construction of the statue and the adoption of the technique of repulse, where a malleable metal is hammered on the reverse. Throughout the world, the Statue of Freedom is one of the most recognizable icons of the United States. For many years, it was one of the first glimpses of the United States for millions of immigrants and visitors after oceanic trips around the world.
This bronze sculpture of the statue of freedom has a breathtaking patina of choice and silver and brown. It is perfect to be placed on a fireplace shelf or a shelf of curiosities. Her dress slips gracefully on her as she holds the torch in the air, reminding us all of the freedom we have here in the United States!It's a great way to show your pride and appreciation for America. This sculpture was cast according to the "lost wax method" and has a beautiful special hand painted patina. This sculpture is signed by the artist. Most orders are shipped within 24 to 48 hours of purchase.
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