Dexter Gate at the University of Harvard is also known as the Gate of the Class of 1890 and is a familiar landmark to all Harvard Alumni. On the face of the lintel is carved "ENTER TO GROW IN WISDOM" and on the reverse "DEPART TO SERVE MANKIND". This work was commissioned and approved by the University and is sold with their permission. Harvard was set up by the General Court of the Massachusetts Bay Colony in 1636 making it one of the oldest American learning institutions. This is one of a series of fine Architectural models made by world-renowned artist, Timothy Richards. These models are made with plaster and other traditional construction materials including lead, acid-etched brass, glass, copper and gold leaf. Each model is individually hand-made in Timothy's studio and workshop in Bath in England.

Individual, hand-crafted work of art.

Made with traditional construction materials, NOT resin-molded

Can be used as a bookend or free-standing for desk or table-top decoration.

9 3/4" high by 7" wide by 2 1/2" deep

Weighs approximately 4lbs