Brother Andre is one of the most significant figures of the Catholic faith and the founder of one of the largest churches in the world, all of which is distinctly recognized by the Statue of Brother Andre in Montreal, Quebec, Canada. Providing an identity to an otherwise empty plaza, the statue serves as equal parts […]
Category: Sculpture
Christ the Redeemer Becomes a Wonder of the World and an Icon of Brazil
Recognized as one of the new 7 Wonders of the World, Christ the Redeemer is a monumental landmark that has come to define the skyline and culture of Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. Located at the peak of a mountain that can be seen across the city, the monument’s influence on the culture and identity of […]
The Flame Monument Connects Communities and Eras in Dubai
While not nearly as tall or large as some of the famous landmarks in the city, the Flame Monument is nonetheless inherently linked to the culture of Dubai and with the history of the entire nation of the United Arab Emirates. This simple but powerful landmark showcases what it can mean for a monument to […]
Galatea, aka the Haller Fountain, Becomes an Icon of Port Townsend
Port Townsend, Washington, is located at the northeast tip of the Olympic Peninsula and has a history that stretches back to the late 19th century. While the Port Townsend Historic District is a U.S. National Historic Landmark District, the Haller Fountain might represent an even more important piece of history for the community, connecting the […]
Winged Victory Becomes an Icon of Olympia
Located just outside the state capitol building in Olympia, Washington, the Winged Victory Monument commemorates the sacrifices made by the citizens of Washington in World War I and has become an important icon of the modern community. The connection of the past to the present in a space that would otherwise be just another traffic […]
The Embrace Creates a New Icon for the Community in Boston Common
Boston Common features a collection of notable monuments, but the installation of The Embrace represents a new means of connection across the region in Boston, Massachusetts. The figurative sculpture has transformed the space and community to define an icon that connects eras and audiences in a whole new way. From Hero Worship to Collective Action […]
The Boston Irish Famine Memorial Commemorates and Venerates a Community
The Great Irish Famine that took place in the 19th century was a seminal event for cities and entire countries, impacting the makeup of communities all over the world. That history is both commemorated and venerated in the Boston Irish Famine Memorial in Boston, Massachusetts. Visited by more than 3 million people per year, it […]