Franciscan Monastery: Saint Francis of Assisi & the Turtledoves statue (ca. 1924) in Washington, D.C. by Porfirio Rosignoli located in James M. Goode's North Capitol Street area

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The 'Saint Francis of Assisi & the Turtledoves' statue is a bronze sculpture by Porfirio Rosignoli, created around 1924 and located at the Franciscan Monastery in Washington, D.C. It portrays Saint Francis, patron saint of animals, with turtle doves, illustrating his compassion for nature. The statue is situated in the North Capitol Street area near 14th and Quincy Streets NE and is part of the monastery's artistic and religious heritage. It is recognized in key sculpture references and accessible via the nearby Brookland - CUA Metro Station.