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Lucy Glendinning, Riding a Wave
Exhibition
Riding a Wave
1 Mar 2016 – 31 Dec 2030
Regular hours
- Monday
- 00:00 – 23:59
- Tuesday
- 00:00 – 23:59
- Wednesday
- 00:00 – 23:59
- Thursday
- 00:00 – 23:59
- Friday
- 00:00 – 23:59
- Saturday
- 00:00 – 23:59
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Plymouth
About
This large scale sculpture created by artist Lucy Glendinning responds to its architectural surroundings of steel and glass and is designed to look as if it is coming out of the corner of the building. The figure is balanced on top ‘riding a wave’ in reference to Plymouth’s nautical history, relationship to the sea and the act of defying gravity.
Riding a Wave is a lacquered aluminium figure upon a polished 306 stainless steel base. It is an atmospheric piece that stands prominently in front of Drakes Circus shopping centre. In particular light, it is reflected in the surrounding glass, creating a sense of movement. Glendinning stated she wanted to give the viewer ‘a sense of possibility, potential of achievement, and therefore a lift.’
Located within sight of the University of Plymouth, where you can study surfing and marine biology, the sculpture connects historical and present-day nautical links within the city.
