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Mahatma Gandhi

commonly known as Mahatma Gandhi or Bapu (Father of Nation),
Porbandar, Gujarat 1869 - New Delhi 1948
the preeminent leader of Indian nationalism in British-ruled India. Employing non-violent civil disobedience, Gandhi led India to independence and inspired movements for non-violence, civil rights and freedom across the world
(Wikipedia)

artist unknown
1985

Description

Bronze bust on a column.
In 1987 the bust was on a stamp of San Marino.

Inscription(s)

AL
MAHATMA
GANDHI
il popolo
indiano
al popolo
sammarinese
in segno
di amicizia pace
e fratellanza
repubblica di san marino
.. ottobre 1985—1685 d.f.r.

Artist

Unknown artist. Do you know who the sculptor is? please let us know.

Sources & Information

San Marino per tutti, Museo all'Aria Aperta, in English: Open Air Museum.

Location (N 43°55'39" - E 12°27'10") (Satellite view: Google Maps)

Item Code: sm18; Photograph: 10 May 2017
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