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Small scale model in plaster of orb from Fountain of Eternal Life. The surface is shellac or mold release stained. There is a hole in the top center for placement of the central figure.

Graphite on tracing paper
19.25" x 13.5"

Study for plaque with text, angels and hands of God. Text reads "In loving memory of Philip Smead Bird D.D.L.L.D. The lighting in this sanctuary is perpetually dedicated 1953. The light of his memory…

This is an early plaster sketch model for Fountain of Eternal LIfe which later was rejected and became Star Dream. This is the female section of the sculpture. The section of leg that is missing is found on the male section to this model.

Sketch model of Man and the Expanding Universe with broken arms. Only about 1/4 of the sphere it rests on remains.

Plaster cast of the German Philosopher. Surface is stained from releasing agent or may have been painted.


Fredericks never identified by name the German philosopher he portrayed during his travel and study in Germany following the months he…

Graphite on tracing paper
9" x 11.75"

Sketch for plaque with text, angels and hands of God. Text reads "In loving memory of Philip Smead Bird D.D.L.L.D. The lighting in this sanctuary is perpetually dedicated 1953. The light of his memory shines…

Graphite on tracing paper
16.75" x 13.75"

Study for plaque with text, angels and hands of God. Text reads "In loving memory of Philip Smead Bird D.D.L.L.D. The lighting in this sanctuary is perpetually dedicated 1953. The light of his memory…

Plaster painted silver. Star cluster for base of Star Dreams. There is a hole in the top center for placement of the figure.

Star dream male figure without base.

Friendly Dragon scaling model cut into sections for measuring. Plaster model mounted on wood base.