Granite "Eastern Civilization" with sphere for the "Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life" in the background
Dublin Core
Title
Granite "Eastern Civilization" with sphere for the "Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life" in the background
Subject
Bronze sculpture, American--20th century.
Cleveland (Ohio)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Figure sculpture, American--20th century.
Fountains.
Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998
Granite sculpture.
Outdoor sculpture--United States.
Public sculpture, American
Cleveland (Ohio)--Buildings, structures, etc.
Figure sculpture, American--20th century.
Fountains.
Fredericks, Marshall M., 1908-1998
Granite sculpture.
Outdoor sculpture--United States.
Public sculpture, American
Description
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.
Creator
Hartwick, Maurice C.
Source
Marshall M. Fredericks Papers
Series V, Box 7 Folder 27
Series V, Box 7 Folder 27
Date
n.d.
Rights
Use of this image requires permission from the creator.
Relation
V-07-27
Format
image/jpeg
Type
Image
Identifier
22
Coverage
Cleveland (Ohio)
Still Image Item Type Metadata
Original Format
Black and white print
Physical Dimensions
8" x 10"
Files
Collection
Citation
Hartwick, Maurice C., “Granite "Eastern Civilization" with sphere for the "Cleveland War Memorial: Fountain of Eternal Life" in the background,” Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, accessed April 28, 2024, https://omeka.svsu.edu/items/show/973.