Sculptural Monuments Were Important Forms of Public Relations,as Well as a Source

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Sculptural monuments were important forms of public relations,as well as a source of civic pride.Giambologna's Rape of a Sabine was intended to communicate the growing power and influence of Florence in a dynamic and beautiful way.Can you think of other circumstances where a sculpture has been used to support the power of community or a community leader? Do you know of any contemporary sculptures or memorials that serve a similar purpose to Bologna's work?

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