Angel of the Waters Central Park sculpture: commemorating NYC's 1st aqueduct

Angel of the Waters Central Park sculpture: commemorating NYC's 1st aqueduct

In the heart of Central Park the Angel of the Waters iconic sculpture graces the Bethesda Fountain since 1873, sculpted by Emma Stebbins. It commemorates New York City's first aqueduct and fresh water brought to the City. The sculpture was originally conceptualized by Emma Stebbins during her long period living in Rome, Italy.
While admired for its beauty, it symbolizes much more—love, healing, and rebirth, reflecting the purpose behind its creation.The story of sculptor Emma Stebbins will undoubtedly resonate with listeners as she led a captivating expatriate life in Rome, but over a century ago.
In 1856, Emma Stebbins traveled to Rome to pursue her passion for sculpting. There, she became part of a vibrant expatriate community, where American actress Charlotte Cushman was one of the leading figures and eventually became Emma's lover.
Italian-born author Maria Teresa Cometto recounts the fascinating story of Emma Stebbins' life and the history of the iconic Angel of the Waters Central Park fountain in her recent book of the same name.
Maria Teresa is a dynamic journalist and author based in New York City, a prominent contributor to Italy's top newspaper the Corriere della Sera, and she has written five books.

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