Statue of Liberty - Miniature

Statue of Liberty Model

Last week, while walking on the east side of Manhattan, I passed this bronze copy of artist Frederic-Auguste Bartholdi's plaster model for the Statue of Liberty.  I appreciated being able to look closely at the details of this great lady.

Seeing her reminded me of how work takes time...Bartholdi drew sketches, created models, and then made the final version that stands in our harbor.

Work worth doing doesn't often happen overnight...and as with the Statue of Liberty...usually has many helpers in the process.

The common people of France paid for her creation...the common people of New York collected money to create the base she stands on.

She is truly...of the people. 

Below are the words taken from the plaque at the base of this miniature Statue of Liberty: 

Statue of Liberty

created by Frederic - Auguste Bartholdi 1834-1904

"This statue, cast in bronze from the original plaster sculpture, was enlarged 16 times by the artist to create the Statue of Liberty in New York Harbor, perhaps the most recognized symbol of freedom in the world.

It was presented as a gift to the American people and paid for by the citizens of France. The statue celebrates the core values of both countries: freedom, democratic government and the equality of man.

It also celebrates the bonds of friendship between our two countries and the vital financial and military assistance that France gave our Revolutionary Army commanded by George Washington during our young nation's hour of greatest need."