This statue is a bronze casting of former president and general George Washington which sits on top of a simple granite pedestal with his name engraved on it. Thomas Ball, the artist who created this sculpture, specifically chose to portray Washington in his military role rather than his presidential role, because it is well known that he was far more comfortable being a revolution leader than he was being the head of state.
The Boston Commons and Public Gardens are full of bronze statues of significant historical figures, so not much sets this one apart from the others except its placement in the center of the main path through the park and the greater elevation provided to it by the pedestal.
Though this is a beautifully made sculpture, there is nothing especially novel or noteworthy about it; but that shouldn't take away from its effectiveness as a piece. It fits the historical, traditional location that it resides in without overwhelming its surroundings.
Overall this sculpture is not novel, but it was fitting and should be appreciated for that just as other pieces are admired for their complexity and uniqueness.
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