View of 'The Greek Slave' by Hiram Power (1805-73) a sculpture in the United States section of the Great Exhibition of 1851, from Dickinson's Comprehensive Pictures

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"The Greek Slave" by Hiram Powers (1805–1873) is a renowned neoclassical marble sculpture that gained significant attention during the Great Exhibition of 1851 in London. As the first American artwork to achieve international fame, the sculpture depicts a young Greek woman captured by Ottoman forces during the Greek War of Independence. The figure is presented in chains, a poignant symbol of both the Greek struggle for independence and the broader discourse on abolitionism, resonating with contemporary audiences on both sides of the Atlantic.

The sculpture's presence at the Great Exhibition, a showcase of culture and industry from around the world, marked a pivotal moment for American art on the global stage. It was featured in the United States section of the exhibition, where it drew crowds and critical acclaim, reflecting the era's fascination with classical themes and the human form. The sculpture's impact was further immortalized in "Dickinson's Comprehensive Pictures of the Great Exhibition of 1851," a compilation of illustrations by John Absolon and other artists, which aimed to capture the grandeur and diversity of the exhibits.

Hiram Powers' "The Greek Slave" stands as a testament to the transatlantic cultural exchanges of the 19th century and remains an iconic piece of American sculpture. Its representation in contemporary publications such as Dickinson's compendium not only reflects the work's immediate popularity but also contributes to its enduring legacy as a symbol of beauty, suffering, and the quest for freedom.

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