Christopher Columbus
Object number98.26.1
Artist
Frank Vittor
(1888 - 1968)
Mediumplaster
Credit LineGift of Carla Scatena
DescriptionPlaster cast of statue of Christopher Columbus, portrays Columbus standing with arms partially folded with proper right hand clutching a scroll. Columbus wears 15th-century clothing, including a cape and small hat.Dimensions52 x 19 x 20 in. (132.1 x 48.3 x 50.8 cm)Historical NotesThe casting was made by Frank VIttor. The full size bronze version is in Schenley Park. Frank Vittor, born in Italy and immigrated to the United States in 1906 as a protege of architect Stanford White. After settling in Pittsburgh, Vittor became a sculptor of national recognition.
Related person
Christopher Columbus
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