This is the Cornell Fountain in Bushnell Park, Hartford, Connecticut. Here's what the Bushnell Park Foundation has to say about this work of art: Erected in 1899 and presented by John Corning (Corning Glass Works of New York) as a tribute to his father, a Hartford businessman who operated a grist mill on the site. Designed by James Massey Rhind of New York, the sculpture uses a Native American theme, rather than a classical one, which would have been more typical of the period. The monument is made of marble and stone, 30 feet tall, with the figure of a stag (or "Hart" for Hartford) surrounded by Saukiog Indians, the city's first inhabitants.
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amazing how well the statues compliment the more modern architecture. love your photos.
ReplyDeleteThat's quite a monument. The deer on the very top is quite impressive also. I like the conjunction of th warrior with the State Capitol (at least I think its the State Capitol) in the back.
ReplyDeleteImpressive monument, and a pretty interesting piece of history in the out-link too. Historical evidence of the limitless-ness of possibilities.
ReplyDeleteI'd wondered if the Bushnell name was connected to Bushnell optics somehow. It doesn't appear to be, but I didn't follow the link for the good Rev. Bushnell so maybe there's a connection.
Impressive fountain, I like the hart on top!
ReplyDeleteYes they are standouts and actually the way you captured against the blue blue sky is a great highlight:)
ReplyDeleteWhat a beautiful Fountain! Really outstanding and, I too, love how you've caught them against that vivid blue sky! Thanks, too, for the history, always enjoy that! I do find it an interesting choice for a sculpture of that time period and I love it! Have a great day, Sandy!
ReplyDeleteSylvia
Wonderful sculpture. It's so expressive and unique.
ReplyDeleteI've enjoyed the whole post, Sandy. Wonderful images of the monument, with a deep blue sky and a great light.
ReplyDeleteLooks like things are still beautiful in Hartford...Not far from my family's homeplace in Old Mystic..
ReplyDeleteGreat shots!
Have a happy week Sandy!
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A beautiful fountain, Sandy! Great photos for "your world." :)
ReplyDeleteIt's refreshing to see something less 'classical' and the expressions on the faces are so sad and dignified.
ReplyDeleteLovely sequence of shots! The fountain is wonderful!
ReplyDeleteSandi: That is such a beautiful statue.
ReplyDeleteA very interesting piece of sculpture. The native Americans on the top seem sad and defeated while the ones below appear defiant. But, perhaps I read too much meaning into it.
ReplyDeletethese are very beautiful
ReplyDeleteJust beaautiful Sandy.
ReplyDeleteMarvelous sculptures. I really like the indian one. The one with the headdress looks magnificent. The other looks angry.
ReplyDeleteGreat captures of a wonderful subject. Interesting too! Thanks.
ReplyDeletegreat job on the sculptures, i especially enjoyed the close up of the indian headress.
ReplyDeleteBeautiful statues! Thanks for stopping by Healthy Moms and leaving us a comment. Have a wonderful Monday!
ReplyDeleteGreat shots with details. Nice views of the place.
ReplyDeleteThis is a very striking fountain. I like the Native American theme. Thanks for sharing it with us.
ReplyDeleteBrilliant artworks.
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That is gorgeous monument! I wish I had been more interested in such things when I lived in Groton when I was first married.
ReplyDeleteHi there Sandy. Always great pikkies, and stories on your page!
ReplyDeleteGood to catch up.
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Beautiful sculptures. Amazing details.
ReplyDeleteGreat sculptures and monuments!
ReplyDeleteStunning captures.
Have lovely day Sandy.
Sandy, great artists to create such a beautiful monument. I think it is fantastic that they used the Indians than the usual classical greek statues. The blue sky sets off the whole monument wonderfully.
ReplyDeleteWow!!! Very impressive monument! I like the last photo the most!!!!
ReplyDeleteAn interesting monument and story.
ReplyDeleteI love that third one!
ReplyDeleteI love Native art and have been seeing a lot of it in my mini travels lately. Imagine the work that went into these beauties. Very nicely photographed - I love the perspectives.
ReplyDeleteThis was really great. I agree with Hilary in the fact that I am very attracted to Native art. I really liked the close up of the indian in head dress. Thanks for sharing your world!
ReplyDeletei love the contrast within the statue itself and in your picture of it against the smooth blue sky.
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I love the Indian! I mean they're all nice but I love the Indian!
ReplyDeleteThanks for being here.