Mountain Comrades - Kirkland, WA
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beagle39z
N 47° 40.524 W 122° 12.219
10T E 559775 N 5280530
“Mountain Comrades” is the focal point of Kirkland Avenue and Third. The bronze statue is located directly across from the luxurious Heathman Hotel, Trellis Restaurant, French Bakery, and Kirkland Public Library.
Waymark Code: WMF6FN
Location: Washington, United States
Date Posted: 08/31/2012
Views: 1
Here, you see a setting that recreates the environment of the Grizzly Bear. The sculpture features two large alert grizzly bears amidst a variety of landscaped plants and brush. Great care was taken in selecting the plants and orientation of the piece to maximize its effect.
The sculpture was first loaned to the city in 1990 by Bill Ballantine, and was purchased in 2005 with contributions by more than 600 citizens of Kirkland.
Mountain Comrades is a great example of how our parks department uses landscaping to complement and enhance Kirkland’s public art.
Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: “Mountain Comrades”
Figure Type: Animal
Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Dan Ostermiller
Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1989
Materials used: Bronze
Location: Kirkland Ave and 3rd Street
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