The Acrobat's Rocking Horse, Set Free - Ottawa, Ontario - Figurative Public Sculpture on Waymarking.com

Victor Tolgesy built this sculpture based on the principles of simplicity, balance and proportions. Born in Hungary, Victor Tolgesy moved to Canada in 1951 and began exhibiting in 1958. He left a permanent mark on the visual arts in Ottawa through his contributions as an artist, educator and leader in the artistic community. In 1973, he was elected a member of the Royal Canadian Academy of Arts. Victor Tolgesy's work is included in numerous public and private collections. He completed the City of Ottawa's first public art commission, a papier-mâché sculpture entitled McClintock's Dream, for the ByWard Market Building in 1978.

Please note that while the Ottawa City Hall is opened 24/7 for people to walk through, the lights are dimmed after 5:00 pm. For this reason, it may be difficult to appreciate the sculpture's exceptional details.

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Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: The Acrobat's Rocking Horse, Set Free Figure Type: Animal Artist Name or use 'Unknown' if not known: Victor Tolgesy Date created or placed or use 'Unknown' if not known: 1974 Materials used: laminted plywood Location: 2nd Floor, Ottawa City Hall

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