(World War II Memorial), (sculpture).

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(World War II Memorial), (sculpture).

Kormendi, Eugene, 1889-1959, sculptor.

(World War II Memorial), (sculpture).

Sculpture: limestone; Base: limestone, concrete.

Sculpture: approx. 74 x 62 x 39 in.; Base: approx. 36 x 79 x 54 in.

(On proper left side of self-base:) E KORMENDI 1946 (On bronze plaque on front of sculpture:) 1941 IN MEMORIAM 1945 signed

Figure grouping of a seated woman supporting the body of a dead World War II soldier across her lap. The woman wears a long robe and veil. She gazes down at the soldier with an expression of grief. The soldier is dressed in combat uniform and wears a helmet. His proper right arm hangs down limply. His shoulders are supported by the woman's proper right arm. His head leans against the woman's chest. The limestone sculpture stands on a limestone and concrete base.

History -- United States -- World War II

Occupation -- Military -- Soldier

Dress -- Uniform -- Military Uniform

State of Being -- Death

Outdoor Sculpture -- Indiana -- Valparaiso

Seven Dolors Shrine, 356 West 700 North, Valparaiso, Indiana 46383

Surveyed 1993 Treatment needed.

Save Outdoor Sculpture, Indiana survey, 1993.

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