The meaning of Wang Anshi's statue is mainly manifested in the following aspects:
Expressing Wang Anshi's unique temperament and personality: The statue shows his firmness and fearlessness by portraying Wang Anshi's arrogant, righteous and striding forward image, and this demeanor also reflects his determination and perseverance in implementing the New Deal.
Symbolizing Wang Anshi's spirit of reform: through the right hand holding the wat leaning forward as if giving orders (implementing changes), and the left hand covering the sleeve and throwing it back as if there is disdain (excluding interference), the sculpture shows Wang Anshi's determination to implement the new policy, reform and innovation, and the spirit of fearless hardships.
Show Wang Anshi's literary attainments: As one of the eight masters of the Tang and Song dynasties, Wang Anshi's literary achievements cannot be ignored. The statue may also be a tribute to Wang Anshi's literary achievements, showing his literary talent and profound cultural heritage.
As a commemoration of historical figures: The statue as a commemoration of historical figures is not only a personal memory of Wang Anshi, but also a inheritance and promotion of the history and culture of the Song Dynasty.
In general, the statue of Wang Anshi shows the admiration for this historical figure and the commemoration of his main ideas and achievements through the figurative sculpture art form.