The Wall of Death, Metal sculpture at University of Washington, Seattle, US.
The Wall of Death is a metal sculpture along the Burke-Gilman Trail built from twelve lavender columns that support a pink steel structure. The design includes text cut directly into the surface and seating areas that are part of the artwork itself.
The installation was created through a public funding program in Seattle that reserves a portion of city construction budgets for art. It was developed as part of efforts to add artistic elements to recreational paths used by residents and visitors.
The sculpture draws from early carnival entertainment and motorsport culture, while the seating areas invite visitors to imagine themselves as spectators in an event. This blend of historical references and contemporary art transforms how people experience the path around it.
The sculpture is easily accessible from the Burke-Gilman Trail and sits in an open public area with no barriers. Visitors can reach it on foot or by bike and will find it available year-round for viewing and visiting.
Metal chairs are mounted throughout the structure positioned as if spectators are watching an imaginary racing event unfold below. This playful idea turns a simple walking path into a place filled with imagination and storytelling.
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