Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding
Handstanding

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A colossal hollow figure seemingly turning a cartwheel. The sculpture is composed of silhouettes of hands welded together to resemble the human form, and mounted on a table-like circular plinth. It represents community values and suggests the enjoyment of healthy physical activity. The hand motif was probably derived from the Ravenswood Partnership logo. The work as a whole was developed in close consultation with local residents and children from the nearby school.
Title

Handstanding

Date

2006

Medium

Corten steel

Measurements

H 450 x W (?) x D (?) cm (E);
Plinth: H 110 x W 340 x D 340 cm (E)

Accession number

IP3_TJ_S037

Acquisition method

commissioned by Ipswich Borough Council in partnership with Bellway Homes

Work type

Statue

Owner

Ipswich Borough Council

Custodian

Ipswich Borough Council

Work status

extant

Unveiling date

22nd November 2006

Access

at all times

Inscription description

Handstanding / by Marting Heron / unveiled by the Mayor of Ipswich, Councillor Henry Davies / 22nd November 2006

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