Angie's Umbrella, Metal sculpture at Western Avenue and Elliott Avenue intersection, Seattle, United States.
Description
Angie's Umbrella is a red metal sculpture at the intersection of Western Avenue and Elliott Avenue in Seattle that rotates based on wind direction. The structure features a perforated aluminum canopy and steel framework with red mesh metal and black trim detailing.
History
The sculpture was completed in 2003 through a collaboration between the Department of Neighborhoods, the Belltown Community Council, and local business associations. It was commissioned as part of a public art initiative for this area of Seattle.
Culture
The sculpture plays with the idea of an open umbrella to reflect the rainy character of Seattle and the Pacific Northwest region. Visitors can observe how the artwork transforms a practical everyday object into a public symbol of the city's climate.
Practical
The artwork is accessible year-round at the intersection of Western and Elliott Avenues near Lenora Street with no barriers to viewing. You can photograph it at any time and watch how it moves with the wind.
Did you know?
The structure actively rotates with the wind and constantly shifts, making it a living and ever-changing installation. This wind-driven movement gives the sculpture its own presence that feels different depending on weather conditions.
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