The Calling, Steel sculpture in downtown Milwaukee, US
The orange steel I-beam construction stands 40 feet tall at the end of Wisconsin Avenue, forming a geometric pattern that resembles a rising sun.
Mark di Suvero created this steel structure in his New York studio in 1981, funded by an anonymous donor through the Milwaukee Art Museum.
The sculpture represents Milwaukee's industrial heritage and stands as a connection between the city's manufacturing past and its current artistic expression.
The artwork undergoes regular maintenance by the Milwaukee Art Museum, including repainting and concrete repairs to preserve its structural integrity.
Santiago Calatrava designed the Milwaukee Art Museum's new wing in 2001 to align with The Calling's position, integrating both structures into the lakefront view.
Location: Milwaukee
Inception: 1981
Creator: Mark di Suvero
Made from material: steel
GPS coordinates: 43.03914,-87.89945
Latest update: March 4, 2025 07:50
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