Errant bronzes
Subtitle: George Grey Barnard's statues of Abraham Lincoln
By: Frederick C. Moffatt.
Series: The American arts series/University of Delaware Press books
Publisher: University of Delaware Press; Associated University Presses
Published: 1998
Place of publication: Newark; London
Language: eng
Number of pages: 240
Subjects: Barnard, George Grey, 1863-1938 -- Criticism and interpretation.; Lincoln, Abraham, 1809-1865 -- Statues.
Description: In this book, containing one hundred and seven illustrations, the author presents a closely studied history of three bronze statues of Abraham Lincoln that, with astonishing results, broke with the established iconic portrayal of the American hero. Consisting of a prototype and two replicas that were sculpted by George Grey Barnard, the images portray their subject not as a sagacious demigod but as a country lout.

The book is also a partial history of Abraham Lincoln himself - an account of how his memory was appropriated by social and political contenders in their campaigns for dominance or survival.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (p. 227-232) and index.