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Root 2006 City Hall, Bellevue WA. 18’h x 20’w x 13’d.
This giant tree was originally harvested in the 1800’s from this region. The old growth tree root system is cast in Bronze and treated with a special hematite silver paint. It metaphorically speaks of transparency of government and exposing the hidden infrastructure (hidden roots) of the city (electric, water, sewage etc) and relates to historical/ecological roots of the city. A companion piece directly behind it is a living Nurse Tree. (note: photo is after root is installed yet before the surrounding reflecting pond is complete)
Exquisite detail of root textures cast in bronze. Fabricaiton by Blue Mountain Fine Art, Baker City OR. Engineering by Mike Valley of MKA