Arctic Amphibian
Artist
Gerald Conaway
Year1979
Classification
sculpture
Medium
cast and welded aluminum
Dimensions53 x 146 x 6 1/4 in. (134.6 x 370.8 x 15.9 cm)
Other (Base): 15.5 x 105 x 37.5 cm (6 1/8 x 41 5/16 x 14 3/4 in.)
Other (Base): 15.5 x 105 x 37.5 cm (6 1/8 x 41 5/16 x 14 3/4 in.)
Credits
Commissioned through the Art in Architecture Program
Fine Arts Collection
U.S. General Services Administration
Fine Arts Collection
U.S. General Services Administration
Location
Federal Building
Fairbanks, AK
- Artic Amphibian" is a cast and welded 1/4" aluminum representation of the cross-section of a dugout canoe. The sculpture measures approximately 6' x 12 1/2' x 3', including the base. A scientific austerity has been integrated into the smooth design of the sculpture, yielding a work with documentary-like power and importance.