Glenna Goodacre (American, 1939-2020)
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† Glenna Goodacre
(American, 1939-2020)
"Vietnam Women's Memorial", 1992
patinated bronze
cast signature, dated, numbered "48/100" and copyright-marked along the side, a small-scale version of the monumental bronze dedicated in 1993, and situated at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the National Mall, Washington, D.C.
h. 27", w. 27", d. 18"
That my hands can shape the clay which might touch the hearts and heal the wounds of those who serve fills me with humility and deep satisfaction. I can only hope that future generations who view the sculpture will stand in tribute to these women who served during the Vietnam era...
Glenna Goodacre
Dedication of the Vietnam Women's Memorial, Washington D.C., 1993
Goodacre began sculpting in 1969, with a small bronze of her daughter and had her first exhibition several years later. In 1994 she was elected a member of the National Academy of Design. Her sculptures and large-scale monuments are in countless private and public collections.
(American, 1939-2020)
"Vietnam Women's Memorial", 1992
patinated bronze
cast signature, dated, numbered "48/100" and copyright-marked along the side, a small-scale version of the monumental bronze dedicated in 1993, and situated at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the National Mall, Washington, D.C.
h. 27", w. 27", d. 18"
That my hands can shape the clay which might touch the hearts and heal the wounds of those who serve fills me with humility and deep satisfaction. I can only hope that future generations who view the sculpture will stand in tribute to these women who served during the Vietnam era...
Glenna Goodacre
Dedication of the Vietnam Women's Memorial, Washington D.C., 1993
Goodacre began sculpting in 1969, with a small bronze of her daughter and had her first exhibition several years later. In 1994 she was elected a member of the National Academy of Design. Her sculptures and large-scale monuments are in countless private and public collections.
Condition
Overall, very good condition with a few areas of faint rubbing. Some soiling, especially in more deeply modeled areas. Wooden base with a few surface scratches.
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Glenna Goodacre (American, 1939-2020)
Estimate $2,500 - $4,000
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