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Fisherman's Monument

When the city of New Bedford, MA, was looking for a design for a memorial honoring the countless fishermen who have called New Bedford their home, Sarah proposed this design and was selected as a finalist. 

The design encompasses the strength, fortitude and perseverance of the men and women of the trade, while providing a tranquil and powerful setting for contemplation. 

The fisherman awaits an invitation to be cast full size for a suitable public space. 
 

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Fisherman's Memorial Proposal
Fisherman's Memorial Proposal

This is a maquette (a small "sketch" sculpture).  The plaster maquette is 18" tall.  The proposal is for a 16 foot tall figure, with 10 foot codfish, both cast in bronze. 

The flat codfish at the base would be cut in local granite and installed as pavers, creating a handsome transition between the grass "deck" and the monument.

The flat codfish at the base would be cut in local granite and installed as pavers, creating a handsome transition between the grass "deck" and the monument.

The figure faces the sea.  The cod held in the fisherman's grip would stand about 6 feet tall.  Imagine stepping among the fish and looking out to sea.  

The figure faces the sea.  The cod held in the fisherman's grip would stand about 6 feet tall.  Imagine stepping among the fish and looking out to sea.  

The fisherman awaits an invitation to be cast full size for a suitable public seaside space.

The fisherman awaits an invitation to be cast full size for a suitable public seaside space.