Pelican Wall, (sculpture).

Pelican Wall, (sculpture).

Van Sant, Tom, 1931- , sculptor.

Walsh, Jamie, sculptor.

William M. Simpson & Associates, engineering firm.

Willis Construction Company, fabricator.

Pelican Wall, (sculpture).

1990. Dedicated June 1993.

Approx. 4 ft. x 64 ft. x 6 in.

(On plaque:) MARINERS MILE RETAINING WALL/1992/The City's first Public Works project to/incorporate a work of art./This rocky sandstone outcrop has long been a landmark along/Coast Highway. The flight of the pelicans unites the historical areas/of Mariners Mile. At the end of the flight, the pelican's successful/catch symbolizes the successes and future goals of the community. (followed by names of city council members and others related to the project.) unsigned

Intaglio relief sculpture of pelicans flying, diving and floating set in an eight paneled concrete wall.

Animal -- Bird -- Pelican

Outdoor Sculpture -- California -- Newport Beach

Administered by City of Newport Beach, Arts Commission, 3300 Newport Beach, Newport Beach, California 92663

Located Coast Highway, below Rocky Point, Newport Beach, California

The wall was designed by Van Sant. Pelican forms were carved by Walsh. IAS files contain copies of related city materials, including excerpts from video script and interview notes.

Save Outdoor Sculpture, California survey, 1994.

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