The two day installation of this sculpture met with applause from onlookers at the end when the mobile was carefully placed.  After conservation treatment, the sculpture’s surface coating now complies with the artist’s intended appearance with the added benefit of improved longevity and durability.

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The start of the installation in front of the museum
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Tethering the mobile to stabilize it as elements are added on the other side
Mobile being lowered into place
Mobile being lowered into place
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After installation