| A COLOSSAL TASK Large statue moved into place in the Basilica of St. Peter's, Ro | ||
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| Tape Master: | 5463 | |
| Catalog #: | 51888 | |
| Clip Number: | 51888-1 | |
| Orginal Film: | 32/11 | |
| Timecode: | 01:41:45 - 01:42:48 | |
| Location: | Vatican City, Rome | |
| Year Shot: | 1932 (Actual Year) | |
| Audio: | Yes | |
| Color: | No | |
| Headings: | ART: Sculpture BUILDINGS: Religious, Misc LOCATIONS/EUROPE: Italy, Rome | |
| Description: | "Rome. A Colossal Task - 40 ton solid marble statue of St. John Eudes hoisted by 700 year-old crane that has raised every other statue to crown the wonderful Basilica of St. Peters." Vatican City, Rome, Italy. High angle shot. People gathered round watching men turn large horizontal wheel to which ropes are attached. The ropes are part of a crane mechanism. Ropes attached to crate in back of truck. A large statue is in the crate. People are watching the men at work. Closer shot of men turning the spokes of the crane wheel. Ropes attached to the crate in the truck become tight. The crate has been pulled up the steps and is now sitting in front of the entrance. Interior of Saint Peter's. People are gathered around the scaffolding. Different angle of the scaffold. Closer shot of the statue being attached by ropes. CU head of statue with men climbing round it. | |
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