statue

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Unlike Michelangelo and Leonardo, who seem to have learned about female anatomy primarily by studying ancient Roman statues of Venus, Raphael, in his red-chalk drawings, reveals a real sensitivity to the female form.

From The Wall Street Journal

But statues including one in downtown Los Angeles, south of Olvera Street, were eventually taken down.

From Los Angeles Times

When an ancient bronze statue of Roman Emperor Marcus Aurelius landed back on Turkish soil after decades abroad, it was more than a symbolic homecoming.

From Barron's

Both of these films were received well by audiences and earned golden statues at this year’s Oscars.

From Los Angeles Times

Dozens of California schools, streets, parks and libraries bear the name of Cesar Chavez — on top of the statues erected and holiday established in his honor.

From Los Angeles Times