(Mary and Christ), (sculpture).

(Mary and Christ), (sculpture).

Stuart, John, contractor.

(Mary and Christ), (sculpture).

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Sculpture: concrete, painted; Base: brick, concrete.

2 units. Mary: approx. 6 ft. x 20 in. x 21 in.; Christ: approx. 6 ft. 2 in. x 64 in. x 1 1/2 ft.; Base: approx. 11 ft. 4 in. x 64 in. x 70 in.

A tall brick wall with a stepped top acts as base and divider for two full-length concrete figures. On the street side of the base is a figure of Mary. She wears long robes and a head covering. Her hands are folded in front of her chest in prayer. Her eyes are downcast. She stands on a globe; her proper right foot is on the head of a serpent. The serpent has an apple in its mouth. On the opposite side of the base is a full-length figure of Christ. He wears a belted robe and cape. The sacred heart is visible on his chest. His arms are outspread. He has long hair, a beard and moustache. Each sculpture stands on a concrete topped brick pedestal which fronts the dividing wall on each side.

Religion -- New Testament -- Mary

Religion -- New Testament -- Christ

Emblem -- Heart

Object -- Other -- Globe

Animal -- Reptile -- Snake

Outdoor Sculpture -- New Hampshire -- North Walpole

St. Peter's Church, 38 Church Street, North Walpole, New Hampshire 03609

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The sculpture was given by the Aumand family, local parishioners of the church. The brick base was designed and built by John Stuart.

Save Outdoor Sculpture, New Hampshire survey, 1996.

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