Granite carving of "Eastern Civilization" for the "Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life"
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Title
Granite carving of "Eastern Civilization" for the "Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life"
Subject
Cleveland (Ohio)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998
Granite sculpture.
Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998
Granite sculpture.
Description
In this plaster model, Fredericks portrays Eastern culture with a god identified as Buddha. Leaning over his shoulder is the monkey god, Hanuman, who symbolizes loyalty, courage and strength.
In the center of the sculpture is the elephant-headed god Ganesh. To his left are two figures kneeling in prayer. The head and neck of a bull form the left end of the sculpture. Considered a sacred animal in India, Hindus view the bull as a symbol of fertility and plenty.
Fredericks gained appreciation of Indian culture while stationed in India during World War II.
In the center of the sculpture is the elephant-headed god Ganesh. To his left are two figures kneeling in prayer. The head and neck of a bull form the left end of the sculpture. Considered a sacred animal in India, Hindus view the bull as a symbol of fertility and plenty.
Fredericks gained appreciation of Indian culture while stationed in India during World War II.
Source
Marshall M. Fredericks Papers
Series V, Box 7 Folder 18
Series V, Box 7 Folder 18
Date
n.d.
Rights
Use of this image requires permission from the Marshall M. Fredericks Archives.
Format
image/jpeg
Language
V-07-18
Type
Image
Coverage
Oslo (Norway).
Still Image Item Type Metadata
Original Format
Black and white print
Physical Dimensions
8" x 10"
Files
Collection
Citation
“Granite carving of "Eastern Civilization" for the "Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life",” Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, accessed November 21, 2024, https://omeka.svsu.edu/items/show/925.