Quarter scale plaster model for granite carving of "Nordic Civilization" for the Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life"
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Title
Quarter scale plaster model for granite carving of "Nordic Civilization" for the Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life"
Subject
Cleveland (Ohio)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998
Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998
Description
The smoothness of the surface and the graceful, curving lines expressed in this full-scale model of Nordic Civilization are highly suggestive of the sea itself.
The large, powerful sea-god Poseidon’s right hand rests upon the body of a shark. His other arm is outstretched and the hand’s palm is downward, suggesting his control of the waves and all within his reach. Fredericks unites Poseidon with familiar creatures of the sea: porpoise, sturgeons, and tortoise to suggest the union of this god and his minions.
The large, powerful sea-god Poseidon’s right hand rests upon the body of a shark. His other arm is outstretched and the hand’s palm is downward, suggesting his control of the waves and all within his reach. Fredericks unites Poseidon with familiar creatures of the sea: porpoise, sturgeons, and tortoise to suggest the union of this god and his minions.
Creator
Hartwick, Maurice C.
Source
Marshall M. Fredericks Papers
Series V, Box 7 Folder 15
Series V, Box 7 Folder 15
Date
n.d.
Rights
Use of this image requires permission from the creator.
Relation
V-07-15
Format
image/jpeg
Type
Image
Identifier
5273
Still Image Item Type Metadata
Original Format
Black and white print
Physical Dimensions
8" x 10"
Files
Collection
Citation
Hartwick, Maurice C. , “Quarter scale plaster model for granite carving of "Nordic Civilization" for the Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life",” Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, accessed April 20, 2024, https://omeka.svsu.edu/items/show/911.