"Embodiment" by Shawn David Hyde - Warren, OH
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"Embodiment” by artist Shawn David Hyde was one of 36 entries in Trumbull County's 2007 public art event, "Spectacle of Speed" featuring this old Packard hood ornament, decorated by each artist. It is on display in The Women's Park in Warren, Ohio.
Waymark Code: WM5NVR
Location: Ohio, United States
Date Posted: 01/27/2009
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“Embodiment”
ARTIST: Shawn David Hyde
SPONSOR: Trumbull County Tourism Bureau
STATEMENT: The Goddess promotes Trumbull County. The Courthouse is rendered over her heart representing the heart of Trumbull County. She is also highlights our local industries, technology, wildlife, flora and cultural activities. The feathers are separated into 25 sections and labeled as the 25 townships in the County. An Ohio State flag is covering the Goddess' modesty.
Patterned after similar events including Chicago’s Cows, Cleveland’s Guitars and Youngstown’s Penguins – A Spectacle of Speed featured the fabulous hood ornament from the Packard automobile, the Goddess of Speed. This icon was selected due to its connection to the community’s history.
Trumbull County's 2007 public art event The Spectacle of Speed saw a total of $105,100 generated through the sale of art to support arts and cultural organizations in Trumbull County!