El Cid on Horseback, San Francisco California
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member WalruZ
N 37° 47.111 W 122° 30.027
10S E 543986 N 4182098
El Cid rallies the troops in San Francisco
Waymark Code: WMF7Q
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 06/18/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
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This magnificent bronze of Rodrigo Díaz de Vivar (also known as El Cid Campeador) is by Anna Hyatt Huntington, one of America's foremost Animaliers. This piece shows him on horseback, apparently urging troops on to victory.

The statue is on the front lawn of San Francisco's great art museum, the Palace of the Legion of Honor in the parklands of the Presidio. To reach the museum, take Geary St to 34th and travel North on 34th into Lincoln Park.

Identity of Rider: El Cid

Identity of Horse: Babieca.

Name of artist: Anna Hyatt Huntington

Material: Bronze

Position: Two Hooves Raised

Date of Dedication: Not listed

Unusual Features: Not listed
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