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Vase at one side of the Memorial honoring John Purroy Mitchel, famous mayor of New York, located in Central Park, New York City #168412694
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Pictured is a stone vase on a pedestal at one side of the Memorial honoring John Purroy Mitchel 1879-1918 who was mayor of New York from 1914 to 1917, located in Central Park, New York City. He was known for his uncompromising idealism and scrupulous honesty. Dedicated in 1928, the work consists of a stele, bust, and ornamental wall. The sculptor of the bust was Adolph Alexander Weinman, the architects were Thomas Hastings and Donn Barber. It is made of North Jay granite, bronze, and slate.