Artist: Gary Lee Price
Title: Great Contributors - Saint Francis Bench
Medium: Bronze
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"Saint Francis, to me, epitomizes the virtues of service to others and dedication to a higher, more noble cause. One of my inspirations for including him in the “Great Contributors” series was the classic, twenty year old movie Brother Sun, Sister Moon. It masterfully portrays St. Francis’ journey from “son of wealth” to dedicated monk. I created this piece so you can sit next to him and enjoy his absolute reverence and fascination for the simple miracles of life. As we rub shoulders with this spiritual giant may his life and example inspire and motivate each of us to look deeper, reach higher and increase our respect and awe for life." Gary Lee Price
Part of Price's Great Contributor series, this is a bronze sculpture depicting Saint Francis on a bench. Francis is shown in a content, contemplative pose, with one leg resting on the bench and one hand outstretched to a perched bird. The bench has a unique design with branching, tree-like structures that serve as the backrest, adding an organic and naturalistic element. Surrounding the figure, there are small animals, including a deer standing beside the bench and a couple of other birds perched on the branches. The intricate details of the fabric drapes and textures of the bench and animals showcase the artist's skill in rendering a lifelike and harmonious scene. The integration of the bench into the sculpture is an invitation for interaction, to sit along the figure and animals.