Artist: Gary Lee Price
Title: Abraham Lincoln Bench
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: 54"h x 70"w
Part of Price's Great Contributor series, this is a sculpture of Abraham Lincoln seated on a bench. The figure is rendered with considerable realism and detail, depicted in a relaxed posture with one arm extended along the backrest of the bench,holding his hat, and the other resting on the thigh, holding some books. The sculpture includes the entirety of the bench as part of the work. The figure is dressed in his iconic attire, including a buttoned suit and bow tie, with a distinct beard and combed hair,. The texture of the clothing, the creases, and folds are meticulously crafted. Overall, the piece pays tribute not only to Lincoln's accomplishments, but also his person.