(Emory Eagle), (sculpture).

(Emory Eagle), (sculpture).

Matthews, sculptor.

(Emory Eagle), (sculpture).

1991. Copyrighted 1991. Dedicated 1993 (?).

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Sculpture: bronze; Base: granite.

Sculpture: approx. 4 x 4 x 2 ft.; Base: approx. 5 x 4 x 4 ft.

(On proper left lower edge of sculpture, stamped letters:) Matthews (copyright symbol)/1991 (Plaque on front of base:) IN TRIBUTE TO THE GENEROSITY OF/SIMS GARRETT, JR./AND THE MINISTRIES OF THE/SIMS GARRETT SCHOLARS./(Biblical quote from Romans 10:13-15 follows)/1993 signed

An eagle with open beak and wings spread perches on a branch. The sculpture is mounted upon a square base with a plaque on the front.

Animal -- Bird -- Eagle

Religion -- New Testament -- Romans

Outdoor Sculpture -- Georgia -- Atlanta

Administered by Emory University, Candler School of Theology, Bishop's Hall, Atlanta, Georgia 30322

Located Emory University, Courtyard in front of Cannon Chapel, Atlanta, Georgia 30322

Sculpture is in tribute to Sims Garrett, Jr., and the Ministries of the Sims Garrett Scholars. IAS files contain full transcription of plaque on base.

Save Outdoor Sculpture, Georgia, Atlanta survey, 1994.

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