| Beacon | |
|---|---|
 The sculptures in 2019 | |
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| Artist | Lisa Scheer |
| Medium | Bronze sculpture |
| Location | New York City, New York, U.S. |
| 40°41′49.4″N73°59′23.6″W / 40.697056°N 73.989889°W | |
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