Among the delights of walking in Central Park are the many animal sculptures that seem to pop up everywhere. Many, including the monkey above, are the work of Frederick Roth, born in Brooklyn and the Sculptor of Central Park from 1934 to 1936. (Detail from the Sophie Loeb Fountain, see below.)
Perhaps Roth’s most visited work is Balto, just east of the Willowdell Arch near 67th Street on the East Side. (See our blog on Balto on this site). There are many other Roth statues.
Honey Bear. (known to many as Dancing Bear), is set in an alcove just east of the northern entrance to the Central Park Zoo, steps away from the Delacorte Clock.
Don’t miss the frogs at Honey Bear’s feet. In fact, look closely at any Roth statue for wonderful details.
Here are some more!
Mother Goose resides at the entrance to the Rumsey Playground, just west of the East Drive at 72nd Street.
The Sophie Loeb Fountain is at the center of a children’s water play area in the James Michael Levin playground near 77th Street and Fifth Avenue.
Frederick Roth’s works of art are just a few of the many sculptures to see in Central Park. If you’d like to learn more or personalize a tour, contact us! Brendan@NYCToursthenandnow.us
