WASHINGTON, DC - die Statue, die Tapferkeit, die Teil der Kunst des Krieges und des Friedens, eine Sammlung von vier Bronzestatuen in Ost und West Potomac Parks ist. Die Kunst des Krieges stand am östlichen Ende der Arlington Memorial Bridge vor dem Lincoln Memorial. Die Kunst des Friedens stehen nur in den Norden. Die Art-Deco-Kunst des Krieges wurden von amerikanischen Bildhauer Leo Friedlander geschnitzt.
7360 x 4912 px | 62,3 x 41,6 cm | 24,5 x 16,4 inches | 300dpi
Aufnahmedatum:
20. Oktober 2017
Ort:
Memorial Bridge, Washington, District of Columbia, United States
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This photo depicts the Arts of War and Peace statues on Memorial Bridge in Washington DC. Strategically positioned on either end of the Arlington Memorial Bridge, these monumental bronze statues convey significant themes of war and peace. Sculpted by the renowned artist Leo Friedlander, they were installed in the early 20th century as part of an artistic movement known as the American Renaissance. The "Arts of War" statues, titled "Valor" and "Sacrifice, " portray intense, equestrian figures capturing the essence of conflict and the sacrifices it entails. In contrast, the "Arts of Peace" statues, named "Music and Harvest" and "Aspiration and Literature, " showcase serene human figures intertwined with horses, symbolizing the harmonious spirit of peace and the fruits of civilization. Together, they provide a powerful visual narrative of the dual aspects of human nature. The Memorial Bridge, over which these statues stand guard, connects Washington DC and Arlington, Virginia. It spans the Potomac River and serves both as a functional infrastructure and a symbolic link between the North and the South, especially post-Civil War. Maintained by the National Park Service, this bridge, with its artistically adorned entrance, is an essential site for visitors seeking a blend of history, art, and architectural marvels in the nation's capital. The statues, with their intricate details and symbolic relevance, remain a testament to the nation's reflection on the dichotomy of war and peace throughout its history.