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Catalog Number |
B2023.23.01 |
Object Name |
Sculpture |
Title |
The Edmonson Sister |
Museum |
Alexandria Black History Museum |
Description |
Bronze maquette of "The Edmonson Sisters" sculpture by Erik Blome, Figurative Art Studio LLC. The sculpture depicts the two young sisters standing in front of a rock, holding hands. Engraved on the back of the rock is an image of a sailing book and the text, "PEARL." The original 10ft high bronze sculpture of Emily and Mary Edmonson was installed at Edmonson Plaza, 1701, Duke Street, Alexandria, VA in 2010. |
Material |
Bronze |
Artist or Maker |
Erik Blome |
Dimensions |
H-24 W-15.5 D-19 inches |
Search Terms |
Enslaved people Freedom Freedom seekers Sailing ships |
Subjects |
Enslaved people Freedom Freedom seekers Sailing ships |
Related People |
Edmonson, Emily Edmonson, Mary |