The Dreamer (sculpture) facts for kids
Quick facts for kids The Dreamer |
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The sculpture in 2015
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| Artist | Manuel Izquierdo |
| Year | 1979 |
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| Medium | Muntz bronze |
| Location | Portland, Oregon, United States |
| 45°30′39″N 122°40′43″W / 45.51076°N 122.67862°W | |
| Owner | City of Portland and Multnomah County Public Art Collection courtesy of the Regional Arts & Culture Council |
The Dreamer, also called Dreamer, is an outdoor sculpture and fountain. It was made in 1979 by Manuel Izquierdo. The artwork shows a reclining woman and is made from a type of metal called muntz bronze. You can find it in Pettygrove Park in Portland, Oregon, United States. This sculpture is part of the public art collection for the City of Portland and Multnomah County. The Regional Arts & Culture Council helps take care of it.
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About The Dreamer Sculpture
The sculpture The Dreamer was created by artist Manuel Izquierdo. It was paid for by the Portland Development Commission. The artwork was placed in Pettygrove Park in downtown Portland in 1979. The park is located between Market Street and Harrison Street on Southwest 3rd Avenue.
What the Sculpture Looks Like
A writer named Roger Hull described The Dreamer as a "flowing, abstract form." This means it has smooth, curvy shapes that don't look exactly like a real person. The sculpture sits on a geometric base in a pool of water. It looks like a modern "river goddess" because of its soft, full shapes.
Manuel Izquierdo used a special welding method to make the sculpture. The seams where the metal pieces join are hidden inside. This makes the artwork look very smooth and clear, even though its shapes are very soft.
How it Was Made
Izquierdo bought old bronze from the Navy that was no longer needed. He cleaned it to use for the sculpture. He filled the inside of the sculpture with foam. This was a clever idea! When rain falls on the sculpture, the foam makes a gentle sound. It sounds like a kettledrum, instead of a loud ringing noise.
Izquierdo said that his artwork "speaks of hope, of beauty and serenity, of love, and for a better life in our midst." He wanted the sculpture to share positive messages with people.
Who Owns and Cares for The Dreamer
The Dreamer is part of the public art collection for the City of Portland and Multnomah County. The Regional Arts & Culture Council manages and takes care of the sculpture. This means they make sure it stays in good condition for everyone to enjoy.
