Remembered Sustenance - Toronto, Ontario - Figurative Public Sculpture on Waymarking.com

I understand that the artist had children in mind when she created these sculptures, but I can guarantee that a lot of adults also enjoy them and maybe even pose for a picture or two on one of these animals.


"Remembered Sustenance
Cynthia Hurley (Short), 1992
The inspiration for Remembered Sustenance is drawn from the location of the sculpture's site. Adjacent to an outdoor daycare playground the work has been created to convey the sense of playfulness and whimsy associated with children's stories and games.

A group of bronze, non-specific-looking cartoon-like animals appear to be migrating in procession across the lawn, towards, then away from a curtain drawn by two birds. Below the curtain, a plate set in the ground holds a negative impression of the shape of a small ballerina that might be found in a child's music box. This element represents the remembered experiences of childhood that the artist suggests can sustain us throughout our lives.

Open and abundant with possibility of meaning, it is the artist's stated intention that the work should most of all be enjoyed by children."

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Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Remembered Sustenance Figure Type: Animal Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Cynthia Hurley Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1992 Materials used: Bronze Location: Wellington Street West, east of John Street , Toronto

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