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The sculpting of the Titanic Statue designed by Mrs Harry Payne Whitney
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The sculpting of the Titanic Statue designed by Mrs Harry Payne Whitney
The sculpting of the Titanic Statue designed by Mrs Harry Payne Whitney and Mr John Horrigan, representing the last inspiration of a departing soul. The statue was carved from red granite and erected in Potomac Park, Washington. On her maiden voyage across the Atlantic, the Titanic struck an iceberg on 15th April 1912 and sank with the loss of 1503 lives. Date: 1916
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This evocative photograph captures the sculpting process of the Titanic Memorial Statue, designed by Mrs. Harry Payne Whitney and Mr. John Horrigan, in Potomac Park, Washington, D.C. in 1916. The statue, carved from red granite, represents the last inspiration of a departing soul, serving as a poignant tribute to the victims of the RMS Titanic tragedy. On the fateful night of April 15, 1912, during the Titanic's maiden voyage across the Atlantic, the ship struck an iceberg and sank, resulting in the loss of 1503 lives. The tragic event left an indelible mark on the world, and the creation of this memorial statue was a testament to the enduring spirit of hope and remembrance. Mrs. Harry Payne Whitney, the wife of the American business magnate and sportsman, and Mr. John Horrigan, a renowned sculptor, collaborated on the design of the statue. The sculpture depicts a woman reaching out towards the heavens, her face etched with a serene expression, symbolizing the hope and faith that the souls of the departed found in their final moments. The statue was erected in Potomac Park, a scenic location along the Potomac River, where it continues to stand as a national memorial to the victims of the Titanic disaster. This powerful image of the sculpting process serves as a reminder of the enduring impact of the Titanic tragedy and the resilience of the human spirit in the face of adversity.
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