Three Bronze Discs

Three Bronze Discs is a bronze sculpture installed in a university courtyard, consisting of three circular forms arranged in decreasing sizes. The discs sit within a reflecting pool and feature clean geometric proportions.

The work was created in 1967 by James Wines for the newly built Golda Meir Library and cast at a foundry in Rome. It became an integral part of the library's architectural design.

The circular discs create a visual dialogue with the angular architecture of the library through their smooth, geometric forms. This contrast between curved and straight lines shapes how visitors experience the courtyard space.

The sculpture can be viewed from multiple angles throughout the courtyard, including from an enclosed stairwell that provides an elevated perspective. The outdoor space is accessible to visitors and allows for close observation from different positions.

The largest disc weighs over one ton and required specialized engineering to be placed in the reflecting pool. This substantial weight often surprises visitors when viewing what appears to be effortlessly floating forms.

Location: Milwaukee

Inception: 1967

Creator: James Wines

Made from material: bronze

GPS coordinates: 43.07669,-87.88086

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:01