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"Frog"
Figure from "Japanese Goldfish, Lizard and Frog Fountain," 1937-38, bronze. Located at Thornlea, Cranbrook Educational Community, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.
"Lizard"
Figure from "Japanese Goldfish, Lizard and Frog Fountain," 1937-38, bronze. Located at Thornlea, Cranbrook Educational Community, Bloomfield Hills, Michigan.
"Mercury"
The Roman god Mercury was a messenger for the gods and patron of racing and athletes. His special duty was to conduct the souls of the dead to the underworld. In time he also became the Roman god of commerce and merchants. His attributes were…
"Mercury" atop a pedestal
The Roman god Mercury was a messenger for the gods and patron of racing and athletes. His special duty was to conduct the souls of the dead to the underworld. In time he also became the Roman god of commerce and merchants. His attributes were…
Close-up of the plaque on the pedestal for "Mercury"
The Roman god Mercury was a messenger for the gods and patron of racing and athletes. His special duty was to conduct the souls of the dead to the underworld. In time he also became the Roman god of commerce and merchants. His attributes were…
Seal of the State of Michigan, [Plaster]
Plaster mold that has the seal of the state of Michigan as well as a relief mold of a steer and a large set of scales. Yellowish color is from shellac used to seal the plaster.
The three reliefs are unrelated to one another and it is not knows why…
The three reliefs are unrelated to one another and it is not knows why…
Sketch for "Seal of Wayne County, Michigan"
Graphite on tracing paper
8" x 7.25"
The event depicted on the seal is the signing of the peace treaty between Chief Pontiac (Ottawa) and Brig. General Anthony Wayne in 1796. Between the men stands a flag with stars in the middle. The treaty…
8" x 7.25"
The event depicted on the seal is the signing of the peace treaty between Chief Pontiac (Ottawa) and Brig. General Anthony Wayne in 1796. Between the men stands a flag with stars in the middle. The treaty…
"Alexander Blain Sr. and Alexander Blain, M.D. F.A.C.S."
"Alexander Blain Senior and Alexander Blain, M.D., F.A.C.S." minted in bronze, rectangular plaquette. Inscription of face reads "Alexander Blain Senior 1840-1932 Alexander Blain M.D. F.A.C.S. 1885-1958," with bas-relief portraits of father and son.…
"The Boy and Bear" at Northland Center - side view
"The Boy and Bear" at Northland Shopping Center in Southfield, Michigan. Designed by Victor Gruen, Northland is one of the world's first shopping centers.
Limestone and gilt bronze, 8 1/2 feet.
Limestone and gilt bronze, 8 1/2 feet.
A young child touches the mouth of "The Boy and Bear" as a woman and girl look on
"The Boy and Bear" at Northland Shopping Center in Southfield, Michigan. Designed by Victor Gruen, Northland is one of the world's first shopping centers.
Limestone and gilt bronze, 8 1/2 feet.
Limestone and gilt bronze, 8 1/2 feet.