Concrete reproduction of children from the 1942 original. Concrete pigmented to terra cotta color. Casting commissioned by University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa. Casting done by Mayda Jensen Conservation, Omaha, Nebraska.
Published onJan 09, 2024
1090. Marriage Ring (Wedding Ring, Ring of Life)
In the Christian Petersen Art Collection, University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa.
Date
1994
Material
Concrete
Dimensions
Sculpture group: 37 x 117 x 16 1/2 (94 x 297.2 x 41.9); with pool 204 (518.1) [diameter] (includes outside capstone of pool).
Description
Concrete reproduction of children from the 1942 original. Concrete pigmented to terra cotta color. Casting commissioned by University Museums, Iowa State University, Ames, Iowa. Casting done by Mayda Jensen Conservation, Omaha, Nebraska.
Markings
Inscribed on end block: Christian Petersen
Provenance / Location
Commissioned by University Museums, Iowa State University. Permanent installation at MacKay Hall. CPAC/AOC, U94.13
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