Pieta, (sculpture).

Pieta, (sculpture).

Ludtke, Lawrence Monroe, 1929- , sculptor.

Pieta, (sculpture).

1966. Dedicated 1974.

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Sculpture: bronze; Base: cement.

Sculpture: approx. 3 x 3.5 x 1.5 ft.; Base: approx. 2.5 x 3 x 2 ft.

(On back of sculpture:) Ludtke/1966 (On plaque on side of base:) "Given in appreciation/of the priestly life and work of/monsignor Gilbert F. Pekar/his ministry reflects his Christian/faith by blending generosity and wisdom,/strength and pain/Howard Sampley/1974. signed

Mary, dressed in robes and a veil, sits on the ground with the body of the crucified Jesus in her arms. The sculpture is mounted on a rectangular base with a plaque on one side, and is placed in a planted setting.

Religion -- New Testament -- Christ

Religion -- New Testament -- Mary

Religion -- New Testament -- Crucifixion

Outdoor Sculpture -- Texas -- Houston

Saint Mary's Seminary, 9845 Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77024

Save Outdoor Sculpture, Texas survey, 1994.

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