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Clothespin is a 45-foot Cor-Ten steel sculpture created by Swedish-American artist Claes Oldenburg. Installed in 1976 at Centre Square in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, it enlarges a common household object to the scale of a public monument. The work is noted for its pop art aesthetic, taking the form of a standard spring clothespin. Its abstract curves have often been compared to two figures facing each other.
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Who made the 'Clothespin' sculpture in Philadelphia?
The 'Clothespin' sculpture was created by the Swedish-born American artist Claes Oldenburg. It was installed in 1976 as part of the development of Centre Square.
Where is the Clothespin sculpture located?
It is located at Centre Square (15th and Market Streets) in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It stands in front of the Centre Square office complex.
How tall is the Clothespin sculpture?
The sculpture is a 45-foot (13.7-meter) tall monument. It is made of weathering steel (Cor-Ten steel).
What is the meaning of the Clothespin sculpture?
Oldenburg is known for enlarging everyday objects. The 'Clothespin' is seen as an iconic piece of public art, and its design is sometimes noted to resemble the numbers '76,' commemorating the United States Bicentennial in 1976.
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