Adam Smith

Public Monuments and Sculpture Association: Edinburgh
Standing bronze figure of Adam Smith in 18th century dress and a Glasgow University gown. Behind him is a plough to remind us of the agrarian economics which Smith supplanted. In front of him to his right is a beehive, a symbol of the industry on which Smith believed progress was made; topped by a globe on which he rests his right hand. His hand is hidden by his academic gown to signify his belief in the "invisible hand" that guides the economy. Smith's wig is based on one of George Washington's, and his neckwear modelled on that worn by Thomas Jefferson, to symbolise Smith's strong support for free trade with America.