For Charlotte art history buffs
Local historical trivia question for Charlotte residents: Can you explain the significance of the statues downtown at the corner of Trade and Tryon?
"Standing on each corner of Trade and Tryon are four giant sculptures by Washington artist Raymond Kaskey. The statues are titled "Transportation," "Future," "Commerce," and "Industry." Transportation is represented by a railroad worker holding a hammer in his hand. The figure of a woman holding a child represents the Future of the city. Commerce is symbolized by a gold miner spilling money on the head of a banker. The face of the banker is modeled after Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan. Industry is represented by a woman in a bonnet, symbolizing the mills and early industry of the area. The child peeking from her skirt suggests past child labor."
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(Hat tip: Frank Hernandez)
