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ROBERT
HICKMAN NEW ENGLAND BIOLABS PROPOSAL
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New
England Biolabs
New Molecular Biology Laboratory Facility
Ipswich, Massachusetts
Pine
Tree Pattern
Faceted
Transparent Glass Mosaic
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New
England Biolabs Proposal
Exterior View
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| The proposed artwork would comprise a transparent glass mosaic pine tree quilt pattern to cover two window panels above the facility entrance. The design is simple and elegant. It is linked to the folk art tradition of quilting both in its design and its labor-intensive process. The many thousands of small glass pieces would all be cut and attached by hand. The artwork will reinforce the tree and grid architectural scheme and is appropriate for the facility's biological purpose and green philosophy. From the exterior it would be welcoming. It would highlight the entrance like a banner. From the interior it's stunning light play would set the tone. Transparent glass mosaic is faceted, and doesn't sit flat on the base surface. The brilliant glistening effect is like crushed diamonds. Objects on the other side of the glass become distorted like impressionist paintings. |
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