A bronze sculpture of President Franklin D Roosevelt and Sir Winston Churchill chatting on a bench in New Bond Street. It is called 'The Allies' and is by an American sculptor - Lawrence Holofcener. It was erected to commemorate 50 years of peace. Churchill's mother was an American and it is said that helped him to forge a life long friendship with Roosevelt.
I love these life like sculptures. It makes you want to sit with them and have a chat.
ReplyDeleteApparently this is a hot spot for tourists who do exactly that. Thanks for your comment.
DeleteFunny, there is a similar-style sculpture of Georges Simenon in Liège and when a friend of mine (big fan of Simenon's books) saw it he sat down for a 5 minute chat with the man! :D
DeleteWAU - where some beautiful statues you show. Wishing you a good weekend. Hanne Bente
ReplyDeleteI have never seen these sculptures before. I think it's a wonderful tribute to two powerful men. It looks like I could scooch myself right between them! :-)
ReplyDeleteWhat a wonderful sculpture. I always enjoyed watching the great relationship that Pres. Bush had with Tony Blair... I'm not sure who our current President has a relationship with.. He's only in it for himself. (Sorry--my dislike of him just pops out of me!!! ha)
ReplyDeleteHave a great weekend.
Hugs,
Betsy
I have to find that sculpture next time I'm in London! I wouldn't mind shaking their hands!!! ;o)
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