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The sculpture "The Discovery of America" was created by Horatio Greenough.
Answer: False
The source material identifies Luigi Persico as the sculptor of "The Discovery of America," not Horatio Greenough.
Luigi Persico created the model for "The Discovery of America" sculpture in Rome.
Answer: False
Luigi Persico created the model for "The Discovery of America" sculpture in his studio in Naples, not Rome.
"The Discovery of America" sculpture is primarily made of bronze.
Answer: False
"The Discovery of America" sculpture is primarily made of white marble, not bronze.
The dimensions of "The Discovery of America" sculpture are approximately 100 inches wide by 50 inches high.
Answer: False
The stated dimensions for "The Discovery of America" sculpture are approximately 191.5 inches wide by 100.5 inches high by 72.5 inches deep, not 100 by 50 inches.
President Martin Van Buren officially commissioned Luigi Persico's design on April 3, 1837.
Answer: True
President Martin Van Buren officially commissioned Luigi Persico's design for "The Discovery of America" sculpture on April 3, 1837.
The marble for the sculpture was sourced from Carrara, Italy.
Answer: True
The marble used for the sculpture was sourced from a region between Pisa and Carrara, Italy, renowned for its high-quality marble.
The marble used for the sculpture was quarried near Pisa.
Answer: True
The marble used for the sculpture was quarried from a region between Pisa and Carrara, Italy.
Who was the artist responsible for creating the sculpture "The Discovery of America"?
Answer: Luigi Persico
Luigi Persico was the Italian sculptor commissioned to create the marble sculpture "The Discovery of America."
What material was used to create "The Discovery of America" sculpture?
Answer: White Marble
"The Discovery of America" sculpture was meticulously carved from white marble.
What are the approximate dimensions of "The Discovery of America" sculpture in inches?
Answer: 191.5" x 100.5" x 72.5"
The approximate dimensions of "The Discovery of America" sculpture are 191.5 inches in width, 100.5 inches in height, and 72.5 inches in depth.
Which President officially commissioned Luigi Persico's design for "The Discovery of America" sculpture?
Answer: Martin Van Buren
President Martin Van Buren officially commissioned Luigi Persico's design for "The Discovery of America" sculpture on April 3, 1837.
In which city did Luigi Persico create the model for the sculpture?
Answer: Naples
Luigi Persico created the model for "The Discovery of America" sculpture in his studio located in Naples, Italy.
From which region in Italy was the marble for the sculpture sourced?
Answer: Between Pisa and Carrara
The marble for "The Discovery of America" sculpture was sourced from a region between Pisa and Carrara in Italy, known for its high-quality marble.
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" was completed and installed in 1844.
Answer: True
The source confirms that "The Discovery of America" sculpture was completed and installed in the year 1844.
"The Discovery of America" sculpture was originally displayed on the west facade of the United States Capitol.
Answer: False
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" was originally displayed on the east facade of the United States Capitol, not the west facade.
James Buchanan, a senator from Ohio, first proposed the idea of constructing sculptures to flank the Capitol's main staircase.
Answer: False
James Buchanan, a senator from Pennsylvania, first proposed the idea of constructing sculptures to flank the Capitol's main staircase, not a senator from Ohio.
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" was on display for over 150 years.
Answer: False
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" was on display for approximately 114 years (1844-1958), not over 150 years.
The original proposal for the Capitol sculptures was made in April 1836.
Answer: True
The original proposal for the Capitol sculptures was made in April 1836 by Senator James Buchanan.
In what year was the sculpture "The Discovery of America" completed and installed?
Answer: 1844
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" was completed and installed in the year 1844.
Where was "The Discovery of America" sculpture originally displayed?
Answer: On the east facade of the United States Capitol
"The Discovery of America" sculpture was originally displayed prominently on the east facade of the United States Capitol.
Who initially proposed the idea for sculptures to flank the Capitol's main staircase?
Answer: James Buchanan
Senator James Buchanan initially proposed the idea for sculptures to flank the Capitol's main staircase in April 1836.
How long was "The Discovery of America" sculpture on display at the Capitol?
Answer: Approximately 114 years
"The Discovery of America" sculpture was on display at the Capitol for approximately 114 years, from 1844 to 1958.
In "The Discovery of America" sculpture, Christopher Columbus is depicted holding a sword.
Answer: False
In "The Discovery of America" sculpture, Christopher Columbus is depicted holding a globe aloft, not a sword.
The sculpture portrays the Native American figure as dominant over Columbus.
Answer: False
The sculpture portrays the Native American figure as cowering and subservient, not dominant over Columbus.
The sculpture's depiction of Columbus and the Indian maiden symbolizes racial equality.
Answer: False
The sculpture's depiction of Columbus and the Indian maiden symbolizes white superiority over Native Americans, not racial equality.
Persico's depiction of Columbus shows him in flowing Renaissance robes.
Answer: False
Persico's depiction of Columbus shows him in Conquistador armor, not flowing Renaissance robes.
Columbus is shown wearing Conquistador armor in the sculpture.
Answer: True
In "The Discovery of America" sculpture, Columbus is depicted wearing Conquistador armor.
President James Buchanan described the statue as representing the discoverer presenting a continent to the world.
Answer: True
President James Buchanan described the statue as representing the discoverer presenting a hemisphere to the astonished world.
The sculpture's representation of triumph and subjugation was used to justify political isolationism.
Answer: False
The sculpture's representation of triumph and subjugation was used to justify political expansionism and white dominance, not isolationism.
The prominent placement of the sculpture at the Capitol's main entrance reinforced its symbolism of Western civilization's triumph.
Answer: True
The prominent placement of the sculpture at the Capitol's main entrance reinforced its symbolism of Western civilization's triumph, particularly under white male leadership.
Artworks like "The Discovery of America" helped shape iconography supporting westward expansion.
Answer: True
Artworks like "The Discovery of America" helped shape iconography that supported westward expansion and Anglo-American supremacy.
Congressmen used Capitol artworks to oppose westward expansion.
Answer: False
Congressmen leveraged Capitol artworks to support westward expansion, not oppose it.
The sculpture's allegory references the mid-19th-century notion of Manifest Destiny.
Answer: True
The sculpture's allegory references the mid-19th-century notion of Manifest Destiny, which posited an inherent right and duty for Americans to expand across the continent.
In the antebellum United States, there was significant opposition to territorial expansion at the expense of Native Americans.
Answer: False
In the antebellum United States, there was an almost uniform viewpoint favoring territorial expansion, often at the expense of Native Americans.
The sculpture draws a parallel between historical exploration and contemporary territorial ambitions.
Answer: True
The sculpture draws a parallel between historical exploration and the ongoing westward expansion of the United States.
The sculpture was referenced to justify the acquisition of Florida.
Answer: False
The sculpture was referenced to justify territorial annexation, such as the annexation of Texas, not the acquisition of Florida.
The symbolism of the sculpture appears to justify Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act.
Answer: True
The symbolism of "The Discovery of America" sculpture appears to justify legislative actions such as Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act.
The statue of Columbus depicts him as a conqueror rather than an explorer.
Answer: True
The statue of Columbus depicts him wearing Conquistador armor and with a conquering disposition, emphasizing his role as a conqueror rather than solely an explorer.
The sculpture represents the idea of white settlers' inferiority to Native Americans.
Answer: False
The sculpture represents the idea of white settlers' superiority over Native Americans, who are depicted as subordinate.
How is Christopher Columbus depicted in "The Discovery of America" sculpture?
Answer: Holding a globe aloft with a conquering disposition.
In "The Discovery of America" sculpture, Christopher Columbus is depicted holding a globe aloft, conveying a conquering disposition.
How is the Native American figure depicted in relation to Columbus in the sculpture?
Answer: Cowering nearby, looking on with awe and fear.
The Native American figure is depicted cowering nearby, observing Columbus with awe and fear, signifying a subordinate position.
What does the sculpture's depiction of Columbus and the Indian maiden symbolize?
Answer: White superiority over Native Americans.
The sculpture's depiction of Columbus and the Indian maiden symbolizes white superiority over Native Americans, portraying the indigenous people as subordinate and naive.
How does Columbus's attire in the sculpture differ from traditional depictions?
Answer: He wears Conquistador armor instead of Renaissance robes.
Columbus's attire in the sculpture consists of Conquistador armor, differing from traditional depictions that often show him in Renaissance robes.
According to President James Buchanan, what did the statue represent?
Answer: The discoverer presenting a hemisphere to the world.
President James Buchanan stated that the statue represented the discoverer presenting a hemisphere to the astonished world.
The sculpture's representation of triumph and subjugation influenced American art by:
Answer: Justifying political expansionism and white dominance.
The sculpture's representation of triumph and subjugation influenced American art by providing iconography that justified political expansionism and white dominance.
The placement of the sculpture at the Capitol's main entrance staircase symbolized:
Answer: The triumph of Western civilization under white male leadership.
The sculpture's placement at the Capitol's main entrance staircase symbolized the triumph of Western civilization, particularly under white male leadership.
How did artworks like "The Discovery of America" contribute to the ideology of westward expansion?
Answer: By shaping iconography that supported expansion and Anglo-American supremacy.
Artworks like "The Discovery of America" contributed to the ideology of westward expansion by shaping iconography that supported expansion and Anglo-American supremacy.
Congressmen used Capitol artworks to support which political movement?
Answer: Westward expansion
Congressmen utilized Capitol artworks to support the political movement of westward expansion.
The sculpture's allegory of spreading civilization and Christianity references which mid-19th-century notion?
Answer: Manifest Destiny
The sculpture's allegory references the mid-19th-century notion of Manifest Destiny.
What was the prevailing viewpoint in the antebellum United States concerning Native American relations and territorial expansion?
Answer: A uniform viewpoint favoring expansion, often at the expense of Native Americans.
The prevailing viewpoint in the antebellum United States favored territorial expansion, frequently at the expense of Native American populations, prioritizing the needs of white settlers.
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" draws a parallel between historical exploration and:
Answer: Ongoing westward expansion.
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" draws a parallel between historical exploration and the ongoing westward expansion of the United States.
The symbolism of "The Discovery of America" sculpture appears to justify legislative actions like:
Answer: The Indian Removal Act.
The symbolism of "The Discovery of America" sculpture appears to justify legislative actions such as Andrew Jackson's Indian Removal Act.
Native American groups expressed support for "The Discovery of America" and "The Rescue" sculptures.
Answer: False
Native American groups expressed opposition to "The Discovery of America" and "The Rescue" sculptures, calling for their removal.
Representative James Francis O'Connor praised "The Rescue" statue in 1941 as a masterpiece.
Answer: False
In 1941, Representative James Francis O'Connor characterized "The Rescue" statue as an 'atrocious distortion' and an 'insult,' not as a masterpiece.
John Elliott described the relationship between Native Americans and white settlers as a partnership in 1825.
Answer: False
In an 1825 debate, John Elliott described the relationship between Native Americans and white settlers as a 'contest for existence and power,' not a partnership.
How did Native American groups react to "The Discovery of America" and "The Rescue" sculptures?
Answer: They expressed opposition and called for the statues' permanent removal.
Native American groups expressed opposition to "The Discovery of America" and "The Rescue" sculptures, communicating their concerns and requesting the statues' permanent removal.
During a 1941 Congressional session, Representative James Francis O'Connor described "The Rescue" statue as:
Answer: An atrocious distortion and an insult to a great race of people.
In a 1941 Congressional session, Representative James Francis O'Connor described "The Rescue" statue as an 'atrocious distortion' and an 'insult to a great race of people.'
In an 1825 debate, John Elliott described the relationship between Native Americans and white settlers as:
Answer: A contest for existence and power.
In an 1825 debate, John Elliott described the relationship between Native Americans and white settlers as a 'contest for existence and power.'
Which representative cited the Capitol statues in 1845 to support the annexation of Texas?
Answer: James E. Belser of Alabama
Representative James E. Belser of Alabama cited the Capitol statues in 1845 to support the annexation of Texas, viewing them as an instructive lesson on westward expansion.
Currently, "The Discovery of America" sculpture is on permanent public display in the National Statuary Hall.
Answer: False
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" is not currently on permanent public display in the National Statuary Hall; it is in storage.
"The Discovery of America" sculpture was removed from the Capitol in 1975.
Answer: False
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" was removed from the Capitol in 1958, not 1975.
The pendant sculpture to "The Discovery of America" was titled "The Conquest."
Answer: False
The pendant sculpture to "The Discovery of America" was titled "The Rescue," not "The Conquest."
During its relocation, "The Rescue" sculpture was accidentally dropped and broken into fragments.
Answer: True
During its relocation to storage, "The Rescue" sculpture was accidentally dropped by a crane and broken into fragments.
The "Discovery of America" sculpture is reported to be in excellent condition.
Answer: False
The "Discovery of America" sculpture is reported to be in a poor state of preservation, not excellent condition.
Both "The Discovery of America" and "The Rescue" sculptures are currently displayed in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History.
Answer: False
Neither "The Discovery of America" nor "The Rescue" sculptures are currently displayed in the Smithsonian National Museum of American History; they are in storage.
The dagger symbol (†) in the "Public art in Washington, D.C." navbox indicates an artwork is currently under restoration.
Answer: False
The dagger symbol (†) in the "Public art in Washington, D.C." navbox indicates an artwork has been removed, not that it is under restoration.
The "Public art in Washington, D.C." navigation box primarily lists government buildings.
Answer: False
The "Public art in Washington, D.C." navigation box primarily lists categories of public art, such as war memorials and architectural sculpture, not government buildings.
The "United States Capitol Complex" navigation box includes information on former features.
Answer: True
The "United States Capitol Complex" navigation box does include information on former features, such as relocated or removed sculptures.
"The Discovery of America" was removed from the Capitol in the same year it was completed.
Answer: False
"The Discovery of America" was completed and installed in 1844 and removed in 1958, not in the same year.
The current storage facility for the sculptures is located in Washington D.C.
Answer: False
The current storage facility for the sculptures is located in Maryland, not Washington D.C.
The "Public art in Washington, D.C." navbox includes categories like war memorials and architectural sculpture.
Answer: True
The "Public art in Washington, D.C." navbox includes categories such as war memorials and architectural sculpture, among others.
The "United States Capitol Complex" navbox lists the Capitol dome and rotunda as key features.
Answer: True
The "United States Capitol Complex" navbox lists key features including the Capitol dome and rotunda, as well as other structures and former elements.
What is the current status of "The Discovery of America" sculpture?
Answer: It is currently in storage.
The sculpture "The Discovery of America" is currently in storage, having been removed from its original location.
In what year was "The Discovery of America" sculpture removed from the United States Capitol's east facade?
Answer: 1958
"The Discovery of America" sculpture was removed from the United States Capitol's east facade in 1958.
What was the title of the sculpture created by Horatio Greenough that served as a pendant to "The Discovery of America"?
Answer: The Rescue
The pendant sculpture to "The Discovery of America," created by Horatio Greenough, was titled "The Rescue."
What unfortunate incident occurred while "The Rescue" sculpture was being moved to storage?
Answer: A crane dropped it, causing it to break into fragments.
While being moved to storage, "The Rescue" sculpture was dropped by a crane, resulting in it breaking into fragments.
What is the reported condition of "The Discovery of America" sculpture?
Answer: Poor, in a similarly poor state of preservation.
The "Discovery of America" sculpture is reported to be in a poor state of preservation, comparable to its pendant sculpture.
Where are both "The Discovery of America" and "The Rescue" sculptures currently housed?
Answer: In a storage facility in Maryland
Both "The Discovery of America" and "The Rescue" sculptures are currently housed in a storage facility located in Maryland, managed by the Smithsonian Institution.
What does the dagger symbol (†) in the "Public art in Washington, D.C." navbox signify?
Answer: The artwork has been removed.
The dagger symbol (†) in the "Public art in Washington, D.C." navbox signifies that the artwork has been removed from its original location.
Which of the following is a category listed in the "Public art in Washington, D.C." navbox?
Answer: War Memorials
The "Public art in Washington, D.C." navbox includes categories such as War Memorials, among others like portrait sculptures and architectural sculpture.
What does the "Former features" section in the "United States Capitol Complex" navbox refer to?
Answer: Elements that have been removed or relocated.
The "Former features" section in the "United States Capitol Complex" navbox refers to elements that were once part of the complex but have since been removed or relocated.
What was the primary purpose of the "United States Capitol Complex" navigation box?
Answer: To provide an overview and links to components of the Capitol site.
The primary purpose of the "United States Capitol Complex" navigation box is to provide an overview and links to the various components and features of the Capitol site.