The Traveler (sculpture)
| The Traveler | |
|---|---|
 The sculpture in 2018 | |
| Artist | Richard Beyer |
| Year | 1982 |
| Medium | Aluminum sculpture |
| Dimensions | 2.1 m (7 ft) |
| Location | Bend, Oregon, U.S. |
The Traveler is a 7-foot (2.1 m) cast aluminum sculpture by Richard Beyer, installed at the corner of Franklin and Wall in Bend, Oregon. The statue, nicknamed "Art", was installed in 1982 and depicts a man sitting on a bench, with two ducks.[1] It was temporarily removed in December 2020 for repairs.[2] People often take photographs with the man, or place objects in his wallet.[3]
See also[]
References[]
- ^ "Art appreciation, Bend style: Give him a hug, dress him up, or sit on his lap". 14 November 2013.
- ^ "Downtown Bend's popular 'Art' on bench will be back soon after repairs". 11 December 2020.
- ^ "Take an Art Walk: Downtown Bend Booms with Art in Public Places". 22 July 2020.
External links[]
- “Sculpture” by Richard Beyer, Bend, Oregon at Waymarking
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