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Ruck, Dean,
Abstract -- Geometric
Outdoor Sculpture -- Texas -- Abilene
Kinetic
Site-specific
Temporary
Sculpture
Abilene Brick Dome, (sculpture).
Artist:
Ruck, Dean, sculptor.
Title:
Abilene Brick Dome, (sculpture).
Other Titles:
Protect/Destroy, (sculpture).
A.P., (sculpture).
Dates:
Sept. 22, 1990.
Digital Reference:
Medium:
Sculpture: rubber, steel, hardware, brick; Base: concrete.
Dimensions:
Sculpture: approx. H. 16 ft. x Diam. 6 ft.
Inscription:
unsigned
Description:
Abstract sculpture consisting of a domed brick structure and a metal ball. The ball is attached by steel cable to a tall metal pole on top of the brick dome. The ball rolls around the outside of the structure, damaging the structure and ultimately destroying it.
Subject:
Abstract -- Geometric
Object Type:
Outdoor Sculpture -- Texas -- Abilene
Kinetic
Site-specific
Temporary
Sculpture
Owner:
Administered by City of Abilene, Parks and Recreation Department, 633 Walnut, Abilene, Texas 79601
Located Nelson Park, Abilene, Texas
Remarks:
IAS files contain copy of related artist's statement.
References:
Save Outdoor Sculpture, Texas 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 TX000975
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Control Number
Inventory of American Sculpture
TX000975
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