Federal judge halts removal of Mary Miss's Greenwood Pond: Double Site sculpture in Des Moines due to maintenance concerns.
Federal judge halts removal of Mary Miss's outdoor sculpture, Greenwood Pond: Double Site, in Des Moines. The Des Moines Art Center sought to remove the artwork due to maintenance concerns, but a preliminary injunction has been granted to prevent its removal, leaving the fate of the deteriorating installation in the hands of the city. The case highlights the complex legal issues surrounding commissioning institutions' obligations when dealing with costly artworks.
May 06, 2024
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