Panel from the Column of Progress

By Isidore Konti, Sculptor



The four panels on the Column of Progress show the different mental
conditions of men on their onward march thru life. In the center of the
panel stands the man of inspiration - the eagle, bird of inspiration,
perched on his shoulder. He goes thru life with upturned face, depending
upon his God for strength. Beside him on the right is seen the warrior
who wins his way by sheer physical strength. On his left stands the
ascetic philosopher, who through constant vigils "hath a lean and hungry
look." To the extreme left falteringly steps the man who fears the
unknown future; his wife and mother sustain him by spiritual cheer. The
figures are in very high relief so that they seem almost human as you
gaze upon them.



The Feast of the Sacrifice

Albert Jaegers, Sculptor



In your imagination you see as of old the harvest procession marching