Laureate, Public sculpture at Marcus Performing Arts Center, Milwaukee, United States.
Laureate is an abstract nickel sculpture located at the Marcus Performing Arts Center near the Milwaukee River. The work displays geometric forms and measures approximately 150 inches (3.8 meters) in height.
The sculpture was created in 1969 by artist Seymour Lipton and commissioned by the Allen-Bradley Company as a memorial to Harry Lynde Bradley. The work marks a period when abstract pieces increasingly defined public spaces in American cities.
The sculpture represents a period of American art when abstract forms gained recognition in public spaces, influencing the artistic landscape of Milwaukee.
The sculpture is located near downtown Milwaukee and is easily accessible to visitors. You can view the work anytime while exploring the riverfront area at your own pace.
The nickel surface of the sculpture shifts in appearance depending on the light and viewing angle because the welded sheet metal has varying surface qualities. This optical effect is often overlooked but reveals the craftsmanship behind the piece.
Location: Milwaukee
Inception: 1969
Creator: Seymour Lipton
Made from material: nickel
GPS coordinates: 43.04271,-87.91249
Latest update: December 14, 2025 09:40
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