About this Sculpture
- Artist: Unknown
- Medium: Bronze
- Size: 96" x 58" x 58"
Unknown
About the Artist
Public sculptures have different stories about their past, who created, purchased or the donated the work.
This sculpture of children playing on a log is a mystery story. The facts are unclear and are yet to be discovered. This is what we do know….
This piece was purchased by two Douglas prominent men, Ed Strange and Ed Sisk. Investing in the revitalization of the downtown, they purchased the building on the Center St and Union St. began Edwards Limited, a design center. The landmark, Douglas Clock, was owned by these two men. Due to their foresight, Douglas saw over a 50% increase in businesses.
Their passion for purchasing art and antiques took them to many parts of the country and Europe.
This particular piece was purchased from Red Baron Antiques in 1990 and installed in their garden.When Ed Strange passed away, Ed Sisk gave the sculpture to the City of Douglas in memory of his dearly beloved partner.
Here is where the mystery begins. There is no accurate record of the name of the sculpture or the artist. Currently a search is happening to find out details. Stay tuned.
Location
S Main St. , Douglas, MI 49406
Experience this Sculpture
Walk around the sculpture
- What is the first thing you notice? The broken log that supports the children? The 5 children balancing on the log?
- Each viewer will find what interests them most and begin looking.
- The log rises from stones suggesting a forest or field.
Step up closer to the sculpture
- Observe the children, balancing on the log.
- Each one has a different attitude about the experience.
- By looking at their faces and movement, it shows how comfortable they are.
Back away from the sculpture
- The artist chose a green finish or patina for this piece. Why does this color work for the sculpture? What does it suggest? The dominant green that is in our landscape?
- Green is also a calming and restful color.
- Does this sculpture give you that feeling?
