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}}The '''Harriet Tubman Memorial,''' also known as "Swing Low",<ref>{{Cite web|url=http://www.artsobserver.com/2012/02/19/harriet-tubman-memorial-stands-as-a-symbol-of-fortitude-and-freedom-in-harlem/|title=Harriet Tubman Memorial Stands as a Symbol of Fortitude and Freedom in Harlem|last=Editor|website=Arts Observer|access-date=2016-03-31}}</ref> is located in [[Manhatten]], [[New York City]], New York, and honours the life of [[Abolitionism|abolitionist]] [[Harriet Tubman]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=http://www.nycgovparks.org/art-and-antiquities/permanent-art-and-monuments/info?monId=1998|title=Permanent Art and Monuments : NYC Parks|website=www.nycgovparks.org|access-date=2016-03-31}}</ref> |
}}The '''Harriet Tubman Memorial,''' also known as "Swing Low",<ref name=":1">{{Cite web|url=http://www.artsobserver.com/2012/02/19/harriet-tubman-memorial-stands-as-a-symbol-of-fortitude-and-freedom-in-harlem/|title=Harriet Tubman Memorial Stands as a Symbol of Fortitude and Freedom in Harlem|last=Editor|website=Arts Observer|access-date=2016-03-31}}</ref> is located in [[Manhatten]], [[New York City]], New York, and honours the life of [[Abolitionism|abolitionist]] [[Harriet Tubman]].<ref name=":0">{{Cite web|url=http://www.nycgovparks.org/art-and-antiquities/permanent-art-and-monuments/info?monId=1998|title=Permanent Art and Monuments : NYC Parks|website=www.nycgovparks.org|access-date=2016-03-31}}</ref> The intersection at which it stands is known as "Harriet Tubman Triangle".<ref name=":1" /> |
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The memorial is a [[bronze]] and Chinese granite portrait sculpture, and was created by sculptor Alison Saar. It was unveiled on 13 November, 2008.<ref name=":0" /> |
The memorial is a [[bronze]] and Chinese granite portrait sculpture, and was created by sculptor Alison Saar. It was unveiled on 13 November, 2008.<ref name=":0" /> |
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The statue depicts Tubman striding forward despite roots pulling on the back of her skirt; these represent the roots of slavery. The base of the statue features illustrations representing moments from Tubman's life, alternated with traditional quilting symbols.<ref name=":1" /> |
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Revision as of 10:12, 31 March 2016
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Artist | Alison Saar |
Year | 2008 |
Type | bronze and Chinese granite |
Location | Manhatten, New York City |
The Harriet Tubman Memorial, also known as "Swing Low",[1] is located in Manhatten, New York City, New York, and honours the life of abolitionist Harriet Tubman.[2] The intersection at which it stands is known as "Harriet Tubman Triangle".[1]
The memorial is a bronze and Chinese granite portrait sculpture, and was created by sculptor Alison Saar. It was unveiled on 13 November, 2008.[2]
The statue depicts Tubman striding forward despite roots pulling on the back of her skirt; these represent the roots of slavery. The base of the statue features illustrations representing moments from Tubman's life, alternated with traditional quilting symbols.[1]
References
- ^ a b c Editor. "Harriet Tubman Memorial Stands as a Symbol of Fortitude and Freedom in Harlem". Arts Observer. Retrieved 2016-03-31.
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has generic name (help) - ^ a b "Permanent Art and Monuments : NYC Parks". www.nycgovparks.org. Retrieved 2016-03-31.