Arch with Wedge
2017 / Kenneth Thompson / Toledo
A cast concrete arch supported by a steel wedge. Based on Buckminster Fuller's theory for the concrete suspension bridge.
Location: Toledo Botanical Garden, 5403 Elmer Dr.
Title
Arch with Wedge
Description
A cast concrete arch supported by a steel wedge. Based on Buckminster Fuller's theory for the concrete suspension bridge.
Creator
Date
2017
Source
https://theartscommission.org
The Arts Commission Public Art Field Guide
Publisher
Ohio Outdoor Sculpture
Type
Identifier
2024
Location City
Location County
Location Notes
In Woodland Garden area
Provider Qualifier
In honor of
Provider Entity
Richard W. Boers
Location Site
Location Street
5403 Elmer Dr.
Location Type
Installation Date
2017
Creation Date
2004
Inscription
Dedication plaque to the left:
"Richard W. Boers
Director of Natural Resources
City of Toledo
Father Crosby
1965-1995"
"Richard W. Boers
Director of Natural Resources
City of Toledo
Father Crosby
1965-1995"
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