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Sculptor:
Unknown  Search this
Medium:
Concrete on a concrete base
Type:
Sculptures-Gravestone
Sculptures-Outdoor Sculpture
Sculptures
Owner/Location:
University of the South University Relations University Cemetery, Georgia Avenue Sewanee Tennessee 37375
Notes:
Save Outdoor Sculpture, Tennessee survey, 1992.
Summary:
A sculpture of a standing female angel made out of concrete. The angel wears a long flowing dress, belted at the waist, with elbow-length sleeves. Behind the angel is a curved background which forms a niche around the sculpture. The top part of the niche is formed by her wings which are raised above and behind her head. Both of the angel's arms are extended to the side so that they touch the sides of the niche.
Topic:
Religion--New Testament--Angel  Search this
Homage--Bond  Search this
Control number:
IAS TN000416
Data Source:
Art Inventories Catalog, Smithsonian American Art Museums
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:siris_ari_312766