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The Academy Award of Merit, as it was first known in 1928 (now the Oscar) is a depiction of a knight holding a crusader's sword standing on a reel of film with five spokes, one spoke for each of the original divisions of the Academy: Actors, Writers, Directors, Producers and Technicians. The base beneath the reel is made from Belgian black marble; the statue is 24k gold plated bronze; it weighs 8.5 pounds and stands 13.5 inches tall.
The Oscar statuette stands 13½ inches tall and weighs in at a robust 8½ pounds. The film reel features five spokes, signifying the five original branches of the Academy: actors, directors, producers, technicians and writers. Although the statuette remains true to its original design, the size of the base varied until 1945, when the current standard was adopted.
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Upon receiving an Oscar for Best Actress who said Hello gorgeous to the statue?
Barbra Streisand for Funny Girl (1968).
How much Oscar's has Lindsay Lohan got?
She has never been nominated to receive an oscar..but she has won MTV movie awards.
What is the birth name of Oscar Sainz?
Oscar Sainz's birth name is Oscar Luis.
What is the birth name of Oscar Robertson?
Oscar Robertson's birth name is Oscar Palmer Robertson.
What statue did both Donatello and Michelangelo do?
The statue of David.
How much is an Oscar statue worth today?
ha. im guessing, alot.
Who is sitting with Oscar Wilde in the statue in galway?
The statue in Galway features Oscar Wilde sitting next to Eduard Wilde on a bench. Eduard Wilde was a composer and journalist from Estonia, but he is not related to Oscar Wilde. The statue is known as the "Oscar and Eduard Wilde Monument."
What stood high above the city?
the statue of the happy prince - Oscar wilde the statue of the happy prince - Oscar wilde
Is the Oscar statue modeled after someone?
The Oscar statue was modeled after Mexican film director Emilio "El Indio" Fernandez.
Where is Vivien Leigh Oscar statue?
The Oscar she won from Gone With the Wind is in a traveling exhibit with other memorabilia from the movie.
Is the statue named after someone named Oscar?
Yes, the Oscar statue, officially known as the Academy Award of Merit, is commonly referred to as the "Oscar." The origin of the name is somewhat unclear, but one popular theory attributes it to Margaret Herrick, the Academy librarian, who thought the statue resembled her Uncle Oscar. The name has since become synonymous with the prestigious award given by the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences.
What is the name of the small statue that is given to winners at the Academy Awards?
Oscar.
Why does the Oscars have its name?
Someone looked at the statue and said; "That looks like my uncle Oscar", and the Academy Awards were called Oscar after that.
What are some of Illinois's manufactured goods?
One of the most recognizable is the Oscar statue of the Academy Awards.
What is the quotation on Oscar Wilde's statue in Merrion Park Dublin?
There is no quotation on the statue. It sits on a large rock. On the rock there is a plaque identifying Oscar Wilde and also the sculptor. Across from the statue there are two pillars, each having many of his quotations. They were chosen by various well known poets, artists, scientists, public figures and others.
What are some current manufactured goods of Illinois?
One of the most recognizable is the Oscar statue of the Academy Awards.
How many people does it take to make an Oscar statue?
It takes a team of about 12 skilled artisans to create an Oscar statue. This includes experts in sculpting, molding, polishing, and plating. Each statue is made from a blend of metals and undergoes a meticulous process to achieve its final gold-plated finish. The entire process reflects a combination of craftsmanship and artistry, resulting in the iconic award.
