Liberty
1982 Liberty Bowl
Alabama vs. Illinois
Liberty is truly on of the great crimson classics by artist Daniel A. Moore, The Painting depicts Coach Bryant's final victory ride as he triumphantly retires as a "Winner" for the 1982 Liberty Bowl. Transcending the striking portrayal of Coach Bryant and an embodiment of emotions, the painting contains symbolic elements. Against a "Liberty Bowl" background are shown 11 players, symbolic of the teams throughout the years that "carried" Bryant to the pinnacle of success. The "Number 1" gesture of a player pays tribute to the greatest coach of all time. Numbers on the helmets record the Liberty Bowl score, Alabama 21 - Illinois 15, the year of Bryant's tenure at Alabama ('58-'82) and the year of his passing ('83)
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