Allow Me, Bronze sculpture in Pioneer Courthouse Square, Portland, US
Allow Me is a life-sized bronze sculpture in Pioneer Courthouse Square depicting a man in a business suit hailing a taxi while holding an umbrella. The work is made of bronze, aluminum, and steel and stands approximately 6 feet 10 inches tall.
The sculpture was created in 1983 by American artist John Seward Johnson II and donated to Portland in 1984. It underwent major restoration in California in 1995.
The figure depicts an everyday Portland moment with a person in business attire protecting themselves from rain. It stands above the square's amphitheater and visitors often touch it, which has polished certain areas of the bronze to a bright sheen.
The statue receives annual cold wax coating treatments to maintain its appearance and protect it from weather and urban pollution. This regular maintenance keeps the artwork in good condition for visitors to enjoy.
The suit is paired with a striking rhubarb-colored tie that stands out among the muted tones of the bronze. The gleaming watch on the wrist and extended index finger show the careful craftsmanship invested in this 210-kilogram work.
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