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""Statues of New York"" is a detailed survey of the public monuments and commemorative sculptures found throughout New York City in the early 20th century. Written by J. Sanford Saltus, this work serves as an essential guide to the artistic landscape of the metropolis, documenting the statues that celebrate military heroes, statesmen, and cultural icons. Through meticulous cataloging, Saltus provides readers with a historical perspective on the city's growth and the values it chose to immortalize in stone and bronze. The book covers a wide range of locations, from the expansive greenery of Central Park to the bustling intersections of Manhattan. It highlights the work of prominent sculptors and provides context for the dedication of these monuments, making it a valuable resource for those interested in urban history and public art. ""Statues of New York"" is not only a record of specific artworks but also a reflection of the civic pride and aesthetic sensibilities of a bygone era. This volume captures the spirit of New York's public spaces, offering a timeless look at the figures that continue to stand watch over the city's streets. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

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