Grid/Scape, (sculpture).

Grid/Scape, (sculpture).

Sato, Mamoru, 1937- , sculptor.

Grid/Scape, (sculpture).

Commissioned 1981. 1982.

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Sculpture: aluminum and terrazzo; Base: concrete and lava cinders.

Sculpture: approx. 6 in. x 3 ft. 1/4 in. x 2 ft. 4 1/4 in.; Base: approx. 19 in. x 3 ft. 1/4 in. x 3 ft. 8 in.

(On plaque on base:) In memory of Glenn Edward Gunter/July 29, 1943-Feb. 2, 1974/"Grid/Scape"/a gift from his friends Artist: Mamoru Sato 1982 unsigned

Rectangular grid sculptural form with a wavy surface. The form stands on four legs in a bed of lava cinders.

Abstract -- Geometric

Homage -- Gunter, Glenn Edward

Occupation -- Art -- Architect

Outdoor Sculpture -- Hawaii -- Honolulu

Administered by University of Hawaii Foundation, Department of Capital and Plan Giving Programs, 2444 Dole Street, Bachman Hall, Room 101, Honolulu, Hawaii 96822

Located University of Hawaii, Hamilton Library, Courtyard, Honolulu, Hawaii

Commissioned by Martha "Mimi" Gunter in memory of her husband Glenn Edward Gunter (1943-1974), an architect and alumnus of the University, and funded through the University of Hawaii Foundation. At time of creation of sculpture, artist was professor at the University. IAS files include a related article from the Honolulu Star-Bulletin and Advertiser, June 20, 1982.

Save Outdoor Sculpture, Hawaii survey, 1994.

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