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Unity of Purpose / Willard Stone

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The sculpture symbolizes a dream of religious harmony for all Christians. The three vertical layers of praying hands, culminating in a cross, represent the Christian trinity, or light of the world.

From the exhibition: Willard Stone: Following the Grain, 2016.
Willard Stone, artist.

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Title(s): 
Unity of Purpose
Culture: 
Native American; Cherokee descent
Date: 
mid-20th century
Materials/Techniques: 
walnut wood
Classification: 
Object Type: 
Accession No: 
11.78
Previous Number(s): 
1127.78; 33698
Department: 
Not On View

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