Maquette for Odyssey
9 x 11 x 11 inchesMaquette for Odyssey, 1967
9 x 11 x 11 inches
© Estate of Tony Rosenthal/Licensed by VAGA at Artists Rights Society (ARS), New York
Provenance
Acquired directly from Tony Rosenthal, Southhampton, New York
Condition
Excellent condition
Additional Photos
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Alternate view
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Tony Rosenthal's Maquette for Odyssey dates back to 1967, serving as a preliminary model for the larger public art installation that would follow sixteen years later in Philadelphia. This unique painted bronze sculpture represents an early conceptualization of Rosenthal's vision for Odyssey.
TONY ROSENTHAL ODYSSEY
Tony Rosenthal's Maquette for Odyssey dates back to 1967, serving as a preliminary model for the larger public art installation that would follow sixteen years later in Philadelphia. This unique painted bronze sculpture represents an early conceptualization of Rosenthal's vision for Odyssey.
The full-scale public art version of Tony Rosenthal's Odyssey, realized in CorTen steel, was commissioned by the Philadelphia Redevelopment Authority and installed at Metropolitan Hospital, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, on the northeast corner of 8th & Race in 1983. This impressive artwork measures 14 x 14 x 10 feet, showcasing Rosenthal's distinctive geometric style and monumental scale.
Rosenthal's Odyssey series is renowned for its integration of geometric forms that engage viewers with their surrounding space. The Philadelphia installation exemplifies Rosenthal's ability to create impactful urban landmarks that resonate with the community and enhance public environments.
The Maquette for Odyssey serves as a testament to Rosenthal's creative process, providing insight into the evolution of his ideas from initial concept to full-scale realization. It underscores his commitment to exploring the interplay between form, materialand public interaction in his sculptural practice.
