About the Item

Weathered Shelter is a continuation of a series of work that looks into the connection between architecture and humanity. Houses weather and can be shown as dominant or submissive. They can feel to us like home and also a remnant of what once was. This piece has a weathered and moss covered (albeit rust covered) roof line, with a still shining and protected interior. There too, is a connection between the large A-frame and the small. It can be a relationship or even seen as an overall form which is reminiscent of a reclining figure. Weathered Shelter is made of cast iron and faux gold leaf.

The piece measures 18" x 6" x 7.5"; it weights about 12 lbs; $$$.

About the Artist

James Vanderpool joined the Metal Museum team in 2014 as the Foundry Operations Manager. James came to Memphis by way of Lexington, KY, where he taught studio art at The University of Kentucky and Eastern Kentucky University. James holds his MFA in sculpture from Georgia State University, where he specialized in foundry and woodworking. James personal practice focuses on industrial objects and topography.

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