The finished statues are likewise unconventional, even eccentric: a sacrificial altar, a shrine to Child's beloved wife Bertha, even a sphinx with the face of Joseph Smith. Child, who shared the garden with thousands of visitors over his lifetime, knew that not everyone would appreciate his particular artistic vision.
The finished sculptures are also unusual and unconventional: a sacrificial altar, a shrine to Child's cherished wife Bertha, even a sphinx with the face of Joseph Smith. Child, who spent many years sharing his garden with thousands of visitors, understood that not everyone would appreciate his unique artistic perspective.