Federal Triangle Flowers, Aluminum sculpture at Environmental Protection Agency, Ronald Reagan Building, Washington DC, United States.
Federal Triangle Flowers consists of two large metallic blooms, a rose and a lily, mounted on limestone pedestals in Woodrow Wilson Plaza. The sculptures occupy a central position within the government complex, creating a focal point of metallic art.
The installation was created in 1998 by artist Robin Stephen and stands permanently between the Ariel Rios Building and the Ronald Reagan Building. It was developed as part of efforts to bring artistic works into the public spaces of this government district.
The sculptures represent the integration of natural forms with architectural elements, adding dimension to the governmental complex through public art displays.
The sculptures are visible from multiple vantage points within the plaza and offer different perspectives depending on visitor location. Access to this public art space is free and open for exploration during standard business hours of the building complex.
The metal blooms were deliberately designed to show strong contrast between industrial manufacture and organic flower contours. This tension between cold metal and natural beauty creates a subtle commentary on the relationship between humanity and nature in an urban setting.
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