Sculptural relief depicting a figure and two oxen pulling a covered wagon across a prairie. Plow handles are visible protruding from the back of the wagon. Above the low relief of a covered wagon crossing a prairie. Dedicated June 18, 1928.
Published onJan 09, 2024
1198. Ashworth Mural
Des Moines Public Art Foundation
Date
1927-1928
Material
Bedford Limestone
Description
Sculptural relief depicting a figure and two oxen pulling a covered wagon across a prairie. Plow handles are visible protruding from the back of the wagon. Above the low relief of a covered wagon crossing a prairie. Dedicated June 18, 1928.
Markings
It reads: “Ashworth Park. The gift of Charles and James T. Ashworth to the people of Des Moines – December 4, 1924. Overland from New Hampshire they came in 1851. Here on the neighboring prairies respected and loved they lived to witness the transformation of a primitive land into a rich and powerful commonwealth. In commemoration of those pioneer days they have dedicated this piece of virgin land to the people as a playground forever. To their memory this pool is erected as a monument by the City of Des Moines.”
Provenance / Location
City of Des Moines, In memory of Charles and James T. Ashworth. Ashworth Pool entrance.
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