Title
Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado mountain, Rio
Description
Constructed between 1922 and 1931, this 100' high statue has become both a symbol of Christianity across the world and a cultural icon of both Rio de Janeiro and Brazil. It can be seen from practically every part of the city, day and night
Creator
Welch, Claude Emerson
Date
1982-08
Rights
IN COPYRIGHT - EDUCATIONAL USE PERMITTED. This Item is protected by copyright and/or related rights. You are free to use this Item in any way that is permitted by the copyright and related rights legislation that applies to your use. In addition, no permission is required from the rights-holder(s) for educational uses. For other uses, you need to obtain permission from the rights-holder(s).
Format
image/jpeg
Type
Image
Identifier
psc001_psc2815
Coverage
Brazilian
Rio de Janeiro (Brazil)
Is Part Of
Welch-Ludwig Collection
PSC001
Collection
Citation
Welch, Claude Emerson, “Christ the Redeemer statue atop Corcovado mountain, Rio,” Digital Collections - University at Buffalo Libraries, accessed January 20, 2026, https://digital.lib.buffalo.edu/index.php/items/show/89831.