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    		• Russin, Robert I.,
     
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    		• Mythology -- Classical
     
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    		• Allegory -- Element
     
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    		• Abstract
     
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    		• Outdoor Sculpture -- Wyoming -- Casper
     
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    		• Sculpture
     
     
    Prometheus, (sculpture).
    Artist: 
    Russin, Robert I., 1914- , sculptor.
    Title: 
    Prometheus, (sculpture).
    Dates: 
    1974. Copyrighted 1974. Dedicated Feb. 8, 1975.
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    Medium: 
    Polished bronze welded to painted steel support.
    Dimensions: 
    Approx. H. 20 ft. x Diam. 4 ft.
    Inscription: 
    (Support beam, side, raised:) RUSSIN/1974/(artist's monogram) signed
    Description: 
    Abstract male figure descending head first. Both arms are extended in front of him, holding a ball of flames. The overall musculature has a flaming appearance.
    Subject: 
    Mythology -- Classical -- Prometheus
    Allegory -- Element -- Fire
    Abstract
    Object Type: 
    Outdoor Sculpture -- Wyoming -- Casper
    Sculpture
    Owner: 
    Natrona County Public Library, 307 East Second, In front of library, Casper, Wyoming 82601
    Remarks: 
    Nearby plaque reads: PROMETHEUS/TEACHER IN EVERY ART,/BROUGHT THE FIRE THAT/HATH PROVIDED TO MORTALS/A MEANS TO MIGHTY ENDS./-AESCHYLUS-/ROBERT I. RUSSIN 1975. IAS files contain an invitation to the dedication. For related article see: Casper Star Tribune (Casper, WY), May 26, 1974.
    References: 
    Save Outdoor Sculpture, Wyoming survey, 1994.
    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 WY000070
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