Sather Gate, Neoclassical gate at University of California, Berkeley, United States
Sather Gate is located at the southern entrance of UC Berkeley's campus, connecting the public plaza to the central university grounds. It features decorative bronze and steel metalwork along with classical architectural elements, including eight carved relief panels.
The gate was donated in 1910 by Jane K. Sather to honor her husband Peder Sather, a trustee of the College of California that later became UC Berkeley. Its Beaux-Arts design reflects the university's rise during the early 20th century.
The gate displays eight relief panels with figures representing different fields of study, created by Professor Earl Cummings. These sculptures reflect the value placed on learning and scholarship at the university.
The gate sits between Sproul Plaza and a bridge over Strawberry Creek, making it easy to reach on foot. Visitors can use this entrance to access the campus and explore the various academic buildings beyond.
Between 2008 and 2009, the gate underwent extensive restoration work to repair its damaged metalwork. This restoration project was so successful that it received a Design Award from the California Preservation Foundation in 2010.
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