King D. José I, Lisbon, Portugal
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N 38° 42.452 W 009° 08.188
29S E 488134 N 4284330
An equestrian statue of King D. José I standing in one of the most emblematic plazas of Lisbon.
Waymark Code: WMXNV
Location: Portugal
Date Posted: 11/05/2006
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member BruceS
Views: 102
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This statue honors the 25th King of Portugal, D. José I. It measures 14 meters high and its made of bronze. It was made by the artist Machado de Castro.
Identity of Rider: King D. José I

Identity of Horse: The horse name is "branco" -"White"

Name of artist: Machado de Castro

Date of Dedication: June 6, 1775

Material: Bronze

Unusual Features: The figures that surround the statue represent the victory of the reconstruction movement of Lisbon after the terrible earthquake of 1755.

Position: One Hoof Raised
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