Last updated: 21 May 2012
International Sculpture Symposium 1971
What is it?
Title:
International Sculpture Symposium 1971
Creator:
New Zealand Society of Sculptors and Painters
Level of description:
Collection
Extent:
.46 linear metres
Reference number:
RC 2010/5
Description:
The archive consists of correspondence, photos and press clippings relating to the International Sculpture Symposium held in Auckland in 1971.
Five international sculptors were commissioned to make permanent sculptures on sites around Auckland City as part of Auckland City's centenary celebrations. Organised by the NZ Society of Sculptors and Painters (NZSSP), Hiroaki Ueda (Japan); Michio Ihara (Japan); Helen Escobedo (Mexico); Fred Loopstra (USA) and Tom Burrows (Canada) came to New Zealand and constructed their works or instigated their construction during a five week period from mid August, 1971. An events programme, film and exhibition also occurred.
Dates covered:
1969 - 1981
Language:
English
Access conditions:
No restrictions.
Finding aids:
Box lists
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Auckland
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