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This is a smaller version of the frieze on the exterior of the Cardston (Canada)Temple. A copy of the larger bas relief is also in the Provo Temple above the stairs to the Baptistery and in a few ward houses in the Salt Lake City area. The scripture of John 4:14 is carved along the bottom of the plaque: “Whosoever drinketh of the water I shall give him, shall never thurst; but it shall be in him a well of water springing up to everlasting life.” STATUES Resin bronze statues are made of a high-quality resin bronze that actually contains bronze “dust” in the resin so as it hardens the bronze dust settles to the surface and creates an image of solid bronze. Resin marble statues are made of actual white marble dust and create a beautiful, clean image that shows the statues’ detail. Solid bronze statues are cast with high quality bronze with an elegant patina. Pioneer Man and Woman - Resin Marble $895/pair Resin Bronze $945/pair (Approx. 26” tall) When Torleif S. Knaphus was a student in Paris (1913-1914), he was allowed to copy the original “Joan of Arc” by ?? It is housed in the Louvers Art Museum and the original is carved out of white marble.
Joan of Arc - Solid Bronze $945
(approx. 16” tall; base 11” in diameter)
* Note: These are smaller versions of Torleif S. Knaphus’ famous “Handcart Pioneers” Monument on Temple Square (1947) that is 1½ human size and his original “Handcart Pioneers” statue in the Church Museum of Art (1926) that is ½ human size. The KFO has approved the reproduction of these pieces by noted-artist Stan Watts since his work exemplifies the quality of Knaphus’ technique
Small Handcart Pioneers 1/8 human size -
Solid Bronze w/ wood base      $call for pricing
(Approx. 8” X 13” X 10” tall)
The prices are for pick-up in the Salt Lake City area. Shipping can be arranged but is extra. Proceeds from the sale of his artwork will be used to perpetuate the Knaphus family history efforts. Knaphus family descendents will receive a discount off the above prices. To purchase any of these items, please contact John Gerritsen. mailto:johngerritsen10@gmail.com?subject=artwork%20-knaphus%20storeshapeimage_9_link_0
* Note: These are smaller versions of Torleif S. Knaphus’ famous “Handcart Pioneers” Monument on Temple Square (1947) that is 1½ human size and his original “Handcart Pioneers” statue in the Church Museum of Art (1926) that is ½ human size. The KFO has approved the reproduction of these pieces by noted-artist Stan Watts since his work exemplifies the quality of Knaphus’ technique
Large Handcart Pioneers 1/4 human size -
Solid Bronze           $call for pricing
with wood base      $call for pricing
(Approx. 16” X 26” X 16.5” tall)