John Hampden
1908 / Daniel Chester French / Cleveland
Full figure portrait of John Hampden wearing long robes; his right arm is bent with hand resting on his chest; his left arm extends down towards the viewer. His head is craned down, looking towards the viewer, ready to call the people to arms at the first sign of tyranny.
Hampden was a central figure in the English Civil War who fought and died for the rights of Parliament and the English people. His sacrifice for the freedom of Parliament from the monarch makes him an easy symbol for justice and democracy.
Location: Above the main entrance, 1 Lakeside Avenue NW
Title
John Hampden
Description
Full figure portrait of John Hampden wearing long robes; his right arm is bent with hand resting on his chest; his left arm extends down towards the viewer. His head is craned down, looking towards the viewer, ready to call the people to arms at the first sign of tyranny.
Hampden was a central figure in the English Civil War who fought and died for the rights of Parliament and the English people. His sacrifice for the freedom of Parliament from the monarch makes him an easy symbol for justice and democracy.
Hampden was a central figure in the English Civil War who fought and died for the rights of Parliament and the English people. His sacrifice for the freedom of Parliament from the monarch makes him an easy symbol for justice and democracy.
Creator
Date
1908
Location City
Location County
Location Site
Location Street
1 Lakeside Avenue NW
Location Type
Media Sculpture Height
9 ft 6 in
Creation Date
01/01/1908
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