A Friend To Lean On - Breckenridge, CO
N 39° 28.782 W 106° 02.745
13S E 410060 N 4370533
Bronze sculpture depicts two standing burros laden with mining equipment. One burro rests its head over the neck and upper back of the other burro.
Waymark Code: WMCRYK
Location: Colorado, United States
Date Posted: 10/08/2011
Views: 5
The donkey was instrumental in the establishment and settlement of many mountain communities, such as Breckenridge. Also known as burros, these kind animals are also known for their social interactions with not only other donkeys, but horses, mules, llamas, and even dogs.
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: A Friend To Lean On
Figure Type: Animal
Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Robin J. Laws
Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1992
Materials used: Bronze and Granite (base)
Location: Breckenridge
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