Ten of the Most Famous Statues
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Some Famous Statues of the World |
The Statue of Liberty - New York City Christ the Redeemer - Brazil Wat Pho Buddha Statue - Thailand Leshan Reclining Buddha - China Great Sphinx of Giza - Egpyt Nelson's Column - England Pointing Lenin Statue - Russia Michelangelo's Statue of David - Florence Rodin's Thinker - Paris Venus de Milo - Greek Origin |
Statues have been erected all over the world, representing everything from historical events, religious icons, and a commemoration of an influental person or simply as a representation of an artist's vision.
Some statues, such as the Statue of Liberty on New York Harbor, invite visitors on a global scale. The Statue of Liberty is the most visited monument in the world. Other famous statues that are on a traveler's itinerary include Brazil's Christ the Redeemer statue, Thailand's Wat Pho Buddha, China's Leshan Reclining Buddha and Egypt's The Great Sphinx of Giza. Most of these statues are mainly spiritual in their representation and embody the spirit of their locale.
While some statues serve as a country's great monument or landmark, other statues are commissioned to commemorate the life of an influential person. England's Nelson's Column was built to remember fallen war hero Admiral Horatio Nelson. While the Pointing Lenin statue was built to commemorate the 1917 October Russian Revolution speech given by Vladimir Lenin outside the Finland Rail Terminal. Commemorative statues do not simply serve as a remembrance of an influential person but also serve to remind its public of a specific moment of time where greatness transpired.
Last, statues are also representative of an artist's vision and simply commissioned for art's sake. Three of the greatest sculptures are: Michelangelo's Statue of David, Auguste Rodin's The Thinker Statue and the Greek Venus de Milo. All three of these statues are recognized worldwide and have served as artistic inspirations for their public.
Statues depict what cannot always be said in words. While every person may have a different interpretation or emotional response when viewing one of the many great monuments or works of art, clearly, statues are created to send a universal message of the event, idea, feeling or person it represents.
You can replicate the magic of statuary in your own home, garden, or yard. Choose according to your taste; there is no right or wrong choice. Garden and Home Decor will enhance the beauty of your surroundings, select quality materials, craftsmanship, and a finish that will accent your exisiting decor. Enjoy!