Granite Statue Featured in Washington Boulevard Photograph
A granite statue of a woman, holding a shield and a laurel branch, is depicted against a stone wall with trees in the background. The photo was taken by Mike Santiago on Washington Boulevard.
San Francisco Oakland San Jose, CA, August 19, 2026 —
A granite statue, depicting a woman with a shield and a laurel branch, has been captured in a photograph taken on Washington Boulevard. The statue is shown positioned against a backdrop of a stone wall, with trees visible behind it.
The image was created by photographer Mike Santiago. Specific details regarding the statue’s origin, its historical significance, or the exact location on Washington Boulevard were not provided.
The subject of the photograph is a statue made of granite, illustrating a female figure. This figure is adorned with symbolic elements: a shield, often representing protection or defense, and a laurel branch, commonly associated with victory, honor, or peace. The composition of the photograph places the statue in front of a textured stone wall, suggesting an architectural or garden setting. The presence of trees in the background adds a natural element to the scene.
Further information concerning the purpose or unveiling of the statue, as well as the context of its placement on Washington Boulevard, is not available in the provided details. The photographer, Mike Santiago, has documented this particular subject and scene.
Story summarized from the original created by Michael Santiago on missionlocal.org, see more information here.
