The Angel of Grief
by Susan Rissi Tregoning
Title
The Angel of Grief
Artist
Susan Rissi Tregoning
Medium
Photograph - Digital Art
Description
The Angel of Grief or Weeping Angel as it is also called is one of the most copied sculptures in the world. Unlike the typical angelic grave art, this dramatic life-sized winged figure speaks more of the pain of those left behind by appearing collapsed, weeping and draped over the tomb.
The original sculpture was carved in 1894 by William Wetmore Story for the grave of his wife, Emelyn. It was the last sculpture he created before his death. Story himself wrote that "It represents the angel of grief, in utter abandonment, throwing herself with drooping wings and hidden face over a funeral altar. It represents what I feel. It represents Prostration. Yet, to do it helps me."
This version of the Weeping Angel can be found inside the Hyams Mausoleum at Metarie Cemetery in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is simply inscribed, Sisters.
Copyright 2018 Susan Rissi Tregoning
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November 9th, 2018
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