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    Sentinel no. 2, (sculpture).
    Artist: 
    Brose, Morris, 1914- , sculptor.
    Title: 
    Sentinel no. 2, (sculpture).
    Other Titles: 
    Sentinel Number Two, (sculpture).
    Dates: 
    1967. Dedicated 1969.
    Digital Reference: 
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    Medium: 
    Bronze with black patina.
    Dimensions: 
    Approx. 63 x 35 x 12 in.
    Inscription: 
    M Brose '67 signed
    Description: 
    The sculpture is broadly reminiscent of a railroad crossing sentinel. The sculpture was originally made of wood and cast in bronze. The original wood grain, saw cuts and connecting bolts are still visible in the casting. The sculpture has a black patina.
    Subject: 
    Abstract -- Geometric
    Architecture -- Industry -- Railroad Yard
    Object Type: 
    Outdoor Sculpture -- Michigan -- Detroit
    Sculpture
    Owner: 
    Administered by Wayne State University, Art Department, Detroit, Michigan 48202
    Located Wayne State University, Reuther Mall, Detroit, Michigan
    Provenance: 
    Gift of Linden, Samuel, Mr. & Mrs., 1969.
    Remarks: 
    The sculpture was possibly located outside at the old bookstore before being installed at its present location. Nearby plaque reads: SENTINEL NO. 2/MORRIS BROSE/Gift of Mr. & Mrs. Samuel Linden/1969.
    References: 
    Save Outdoor Sculpture, Michigan survey, 1993.
    Illustration: 
    Image on file.
    Note: 
    The information provided about this artwork was compiled as part of the Smithsonian American Art Museum's Inventories of American Painting and Sculpture database, designed to provide descriptive and location information on artworks by American artists in public and private collections worldwide.
    Repository: 
    Inventories of American Painting and Sculpture, Smithsonian American Art Museum, P.O. Box 37012, MRC 970, Washington, D.C. 20013-7012
    Control Number: 
    IAS MI000360
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