Shift, Concrete sculpture in King City, Canada
Description
Shift is a concrete sculpture consisting of six upright forms arranged in a gentle line across open land. The elements appear subtly offset from one another, creating a sense of movement within the landscape space.
History
This concrete installation was created between 1970 and 1972 on a potato farm belonging to art collector Roger Davidson. The work was later recognized by Ontario as cultural property and placed under provincial protection.
Culture
The sculpture received protection under the Ontario Heritage Act in 2013, marking its importance within Canadian contemporary art conservation efforts.
Practical
The sculpture sits in rural countryside north of Toronto and is freely accessible during daylight hours. It helps to check road conditions beforehand since access can vary depending on weather and seasonal changes.
Did you know?
This work is noteworthy because its creator typically favors steel for large-scale outdoor projects, yet realized this one entirely in concrete. This exception reveals a different artistic approach that is rarely seen in the broader body of work.
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