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Blessings by Edgar H. Sorrells-Adewale
Photo CreditCarol M. Highsmith Photography
Blessings
Photo CreditCarol M. Highsmith Photography

Blessings

Artist
Year1989
Classification sculpture
Medium mixed media
Dimensions134 1/4 x 115 in. (341 x 292.1 cm)
Credits Commissioned through the Art in Architecture Program
Fine Arts Collection
U.S. General Services Administration
Location
  • Blessings was inspired by and pays tribute to, the optimism of dreams shared by all who labor constructively with hope, vision and determination.  Blessings suggests symbolically, the spirit of the relationship that exists between the land, hardwork, preparation, generations and the future.  Elements contributing to this relationship are:


    ---branches used to suggest roots and ladders.


    ---brown paper implying the intimacy of working with the land.


    ---baby figures representing beginnings, potential and generations.


    ---hand image with separated thumb implies hard work can overcome adversity.