You Rise Above the World, Abstract sculpture on Milwaukee Riverwalk, US
The red aluminum sculpture stands vertically along the Milwaukee River, featuring five connected elements that form a totem-like structure near Kilbourn Avenue.
The artwork, installed in 1998, represents the artistic movement of incorporating contemporary public sculptures into urban spaces during Milwaukee's waterfront development.
The sculpture reflects the collaboration between five distinct components, symbolizing the musical elements of Miles Davis's quintet from the late 1950s.
The sculpture stands at 300 centimeters tall and measures 150 centimeters wide, making it visible to pedestrians walking along both sides of the Milwaukee River.
Each of the five aluminum sections connects to form a continuous vertical line while maintaining individual characteristics through varying geometric shapes.
Location: Milwaukee
Inception: 1998
Creator: Richard Taylor
Made from material: aluminium
Color: red
GPS coordinates: 43.04198,-87.91223
Latest update: October 13, 2025 12:18
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