The statue was erected on the top of Sololaki hill in 1958, the year Tbilisi celebrated its 1500th anniversary.

[2] In 1966 Elguja Amashukeli was awarded the Shota Rustaveli State Prize for this sculpture.

He called the statue "Capital", and it commonly became known as "Mother of Kartvel".

The accessories of the sculpture, the cup with wine and sword, are an expression of the history of our city, Tbilisi, the endless battles with the enemies and the welcoming of friendly guests.

Later it was decided to become permanent and the wood texture was covered with aluminum in 1963 to limit environmental damage.