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Gillen, Ann,
Figure group
Abstract
Relief
Sculpture
Medb's Crown, (sculpture).
Artist:
Gillen, Ann, sculptor.
Title:
Medb's Crown, (sculpture).
Dates:
Copyrighted 1987.
Digital Reference:
Medium:
Two painted anodized aluminum sheets pop riveted together.
Dimensions:
18 in. x 44 ft. x 5 in.
Inscription:
(Handpainted on last panel:) Ann Gillen, 1987 (copyright symbol) signed
Description:
Abstract, colorful figures and cut-out shapes are riveted on a solid curved metal canopy, which is supported by four poles.
Subject:
Figure group
Abstract
Object Type:
Relief
Sculpture
Owner:
Administered by City of New York, Department of Cultural Affairs, 2 Columbus Circle, New York, New York 10019
Located North Hills Branch Library, 57-04 Marathon Parkway, Queens, New York
Remarks:
The artist states the following: "Medb's Crown, was named for a Celtic Queen who had her "harsh bards" slay her enemies with words--by satire and lampoons. The Celtic title was suggested by the interlaced forms."
References:
Gillen, Ann, 1991.
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 74330004
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Inventory of American Sculpture
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