Watch: Heat of Washington DC is Melting Abraham Lincoln Statue
This summer, as record-breaking heatwaves sweep across various parts of the USA, Washington DC has witnessed an unusual event that has sparked both amusement and reflection. A six-foot-tall wax statue of former US President Abraham Lincoln, intended to symbolize the impermanence of monuments, partially melted under the scorching heat. The statue, crafted by artist Sandy Williams IV as part of her provocative Wax Monument Series, suffered significant damage as temperatures soared to 37 degrees Celsius last weekend. Williams IV's artistry is known for its interactive nature, aiming to challenge the notion of untouchable historical icons. Her choice to use wax, a material that responds dramatically to heat, was deliberate. Yet, the recent melting of the Lincoln replica has garnered attention beyond artistic circles, prompting discussions about climate change and the urgent crises facing the world today. another look at the wax lincoln sculpture in dc that melted du...
