(note : the content of this virtual geocache description was sourced from the following website : Transformative art unveiled in Calgary’s Inglewood neighbourhood )
This new monument "Wolfe and the Sparrows" was funded by a city-mandated requirement that all new infrastructure projects include an art component. Canadian artist Brandon Vickerd’s creation resulted from extensive community consultation.
This bronze sculpture was installed at the southwest corner of the new 12 Street Bridge in Inglewood on May 8, 2019.
Vickerd was granted $220,000 to design, build and install the statue. Funding came from the 12 Street Bridge $26 million capital budget.
This monument is inspired by an 1898 statue of Gen. James Wolfe, who led the British army to victory over the French during the Battle of the Plains of Abraham in 1759. That original sculpture by John Massey Rhind now stands in a Mount Royal park.
With a quick glance at Wolfe and the Sparrows, the piece looks like a traditional monument. But, upon closer inspection, a flock of sparrows — a species native to England — explodes from Wolfe’s head and shoulders, distorting them in the process.
This new piece of art is a great addition to Calgary's existing monuments.
There is ample parking east across the new bridge. Additionally, you can park in the alley directly south of the monument. This virtual geocache is located along the Bow River Pathway so is also easily accessible via bicycle, skating, or walking.
In order to claim a "find" you must take a picture of yourself with the monument and include it in your "find log"... that's it 🤷♂️
Bonus karma points if you also post a picture of the "inspiration monument", located at the north end of South Mount Royal Park, around N 51 1.735 W 114 05.540
Virtual Rewards 2.0 - 2019/2020
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