Public Art "The Blessing of the Animals"
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4.5 (6)Leo Politi’s bronze sculpture honors the historic Olvera Street tradition of blessing household pets and farm animals.
Description
Installed in 1978 at 125 Paseo de la Plaza, the bronze and stone monument by artist and author Leo Politi reflects the cultural heritage of the surrounding neighborhood, commemorating a traditional Mexican-American custom tied to the historic district.
