SculptureNow "Confluence" 2013: Virtual Tour

Virtual Tour of…

SculptureNow at The Mount 2013

Confluence

1) The Thirteenth Piece Was A Shape SwitchBy Ma Harding

When visitors enter the grounds, this is the first sculpture they see. Against the backdrop of the historic Stable, the striped limbs extend in many different directions and spark endless interpretive thoughts. Ma Harding’s steel and pigment piece is an exciting visual introduction to the Confluence exhibit.

2) Nature’s Laugh IIBy Gunnar Theel

Situated on the grassy corner of two intersecting roads, Gunnar Theel’s stainless & mild steel/soil/plants sculpture represents a house turned upside down by a nature that is weary of manmade things. Make sure to circle this piece and view it from all angles. Although visitors cannot physically climb the silver ladder, you can mentally ascend to the wilderness on top.

3) SummitBy Antoinette Schultze

“Summit” can be reached by taking a right-hand turn onto the dirt lane that leads to the Gatehouse. Composed as a tribute to the beauty and wonder of our earth, this sculpture, made of granite, emits a dignified beauty. Don’t forget to peer into the center, where a pane of glass rests, to view the world through a deep shade of blue.

4) Medusa Oblongata

By Steven Dono

Located almost directly across from “Summit,” Steven Dono’s piece is constructed from wood and rope. “Medusa Oblongata” is a combination of Greek mythology and the primal part of the human brain. The looped coils of rope resemble Medusa’s snake hair and merge with the painted wood to bring Dono’s unique idea to life.

5) Thistle PieceBy Tim Prentice

“Thistle, Piece” which is made from aluminum and stainless steel, is placed next to the Stable at The Mount. While its base is planted firmly on the ground, its rods form a circle that reaches towards the sky. Observe for a while on a breezy day as the rods sway gently in the wind.

6) Resurrected PineBy Pittsfield High School Art Students

This “Resurrected Pine” lives at the edge of a forest laden with a variety of trees. Art students from Pittsfield High School used mixed media and recycled materials to construct this triangular piece of art. The “Pine” has been brought back to life and now resides in harmony among its live neighbors.

7) Writing Hut #2By Gene & Susan Flores

Situated on the edge of the lawn sloping down from the Stable, this interactive sculpture is easily accessible. “Writing Hut #2” is not only made of steel, wood, and pigment, but also inspiration! Take a moment (and a seat), find your muse, write a poem, and hang it up for daily visitors to read and reflect upon.

8) CirclesBy Leon Smith

A child favorite, “Circles” is located right on the plateau of what’s known as the Dell. Composed entirely of aluminum and wood, this sculpture calls attention to the striking contrast of its geometry against the flowing landscape. If you visit on a windy day, watch as the pieces spin and change direction!

9) Illustrious Circles

By Michael Thomas

“Illustrious Circles” is located down the hill from “Circles.” This sculpture was made using steel and pigment and is meant to help the viewer see recycled industrial-age items in a new light. With materials taken out of a factory setting and transferred to a natural landscape, Michael Thomas’ sculpture gives viewers something to think about as they explore its various shapes, mysterious colors, and ultimate purpose.

10) LongcoatBy Paulette H. Carr

Longcoat could not be located in a more perfect place. Standing on the edge of the darkest part of the forest, it soaks up the sun so that visitors can get a clear view. Made of burlap, resin, steel, paint, and wood, Longcoat might initially convey a sense of foreboding--but it’s meant to evoke a deeper sense of ancient history and discovery.

11) Four L’s Excentric II 1987-90

By George Rickey

George Rickey’s sculpture can be found halfway down the road that leads to the Main House. This stainless steel piece not only catches the light, but the shadows as well, transforming the sculpture with different shades of gray. When the wind blows, the L’s change position, moving gently back and forth.

12) Genesis IVBy Ann Jon

Situated in its own lawn at the edge of the woods, Ann Jon’s sculpture is made of wood, Lexan, and fiberglass. “Genesis IV” mixes the biological and the personal aspect of human life. Curled among the grass, the sculpture that was inspired by the reason for human life takes on a life of its own!

13) ErraticBy Allen Williams

Located further down the winding road, “Erratic” is made entirely of granite. Allen Williams meant for viewers to reflect on the nature and life of the stone. Viewers can achieve this not only by examining the exterior, but by going inside to explore as well!

14) Heat WaveBy Bob Turan

Bob Turan’s sculpture can be found a few steps down from “Erratic.” This corten steel sculpture may be triangular in appearance, but is actually inspired by the weather. Our world’s climate is continuously changing and this fact can be found in the angles of “Heat Wave.”

15) ConstituoBy Drew Goerlitz

Among The Mount’s greenery is the steel sculpture “Constituo.” The viewer cannot see inside, only the exterior…and that’s exactly how Drew Goerlitz meant it to be. Inspect the architectural façade and determine for yourself what might lie inside.

16) IgneousBy Henry Royer

Directly on the roadside is Henry Royer’s “Igneous.” Royer made this piece out of bronze, stainless steel, and granite with the aim of creating a visually gripping sculpture. Come back for a second viewing and experience the way “Igneous” reveals different shades of bronze in the morning and afternoon sunlight.

17) Paper ClipBy Peter Barrett

Be sure that you don’t walk right by this sculpture without noticing it; it’s tucked away up on its very own hill, blending perfectly with the forestry. If you were to guess it was a paper clip, you’d be right! Made of stainless steel, this giant sculpture is an accurate representation of a smaller item we use every day—with its own inspiring and thought-provoking bent.

18) Sabbath Loaf

By Murray Dewart

“Sabbath Loaf” is placed along the winding white path that leads to Edith Wharton’s gardens.  As big and small stones litter the path to the stone-rich gardens, this is a very appropriate spot for this sculpture made of stone and bronze.  In this way, the sculpture and its surroundings are unified, a central component of Murray Dewart’s vision.

19) ContinuumBy Richard Erdman

This sculpture sits outside of the Forecourt, gracefully guarding the entrance.  Made entirely of cast bronze, “Continuum” stays true to its name in the way it twists like a pretzel yet remains firmly connected.   Richard Erdman believes sculptures should have their own identity. Viewers are invited reflect on the meaning of “Continuum.”

20) Bore BlockBy Jonathan Prince

“Bore Block,” like “Sabbath Loaf,” graces the path to the gardens of The Mount.  This corten and stainless steel sculpture invites a wide array of visitor interpretations. View this piece from different angles and peer through the circular center to see various parts of the estates framed through art.

21) Stumps, 4 unitsBy Susan Flores

This stainless steel piece by Susan Flores lies the farthest away from paved paths, traveled roads, and fellow sculptures.  Located on a small hill in the woods behind Wharton’s gardens, these four steel stumps were meant to serve not only as art, but also as chairs and tables. Visitors can keep company with “Stumps” for a while, enjoying the peace, the view, and a deep sense of history.

22) Proscenium in GreenBy Gary Orlinsky

Gary Orlinksy’s sculpture can be reached two different ways: by descending from the Dell near the Stable, or by the nature trail.  Composed of wood and pigment and bearing green and white colors, “Proscenium in Green” pays homage by its location to Shakespeare & Company, and nods, through its colors, to The Mount.

23) PurificationBy Thomas Matsuda

Srrounded by distant trees, “Purification” can be found a few feet away from the pet cemetery. Made from burned wood, these four black stump-like figures of varying sizes can bring thoughts of death, war, and earthly destruction. Thomas Matsuda explains it is also a representation of life, rejuvenation, and rebirth.

24) Mrs. Wharton Takes A WalkBy Robin Tost

Made from wood and pigment, this sculpture is wonderfully situated at the bottom of the pet cemetery where Edith Wharton’s dogs are buried. It can be experienced in many different ways, whether you are standing in close proximity, glimpsing it from afar at the mansion, or catching it fleetingly through the trees. What better place for Edith Wharton to appear to be strolling than near her beloved dogs?