Artist: Gary Lee Price
Title: Benjamin Franklin Bench
Medium: Bronze
Dimensions: 52"h x 70"w
Part of Price's Great Contributor series, this is a bronze sculpture of Benjamin Franklin seated on a park bench. Franklin is depicted in a relaxed pose with his left arm extended along the back of the bench and his right arm resting on his leg. He is dressed in 18th-century clothing, including a long coat, a waistcoat, breeches, stockings, and buckled shoes. Additionally, the man wears glasses and has long hair that reaches his shoulders. On the bench next to him, there's a tricorne hat, which adds to the casual and inviting atmosphere of the sculpture. The sculpture invites passersby to sit and interact with the figure, creating a sense of approachability and engagement with the art.