Laumeier Sculpture Park Reimagines Ursula von Rydingsvard's 1988-89 Commission
Laumeier Sculpture Park has unveiled a new endeavor called "Untitled," which reinterprets Ursula von Rydingsvard's original commission from 1988-89. This project is part of the park's Begin Again anniversary series, celebrating its 50-year legacy of artist collaboration and support for fresh commissions and exhibitions. Included in this series is an indoor exhibition titled "Begin Again: Years and Counting," along with three new outdoor commissions by Juan William Chávez, Ursula von Rydingsvard, and Alison Saar. Each artist has been invited to revisit a previously decommissioned piece, resulting in works that reinterpret, rebuild, or draw inspiration from the originals. Von Rydingsvard's initial installation was a significant and cherished piece in the park, but it was permanently removed due to material decay and conservation challenges. This reimagined work marks the third installment in the Begin Again series.
Key facts
- Laumeier Sculpture Park announces 'Untitled', a reimagining of Ursula von Rydingsvard's 1988-89 commission.
- The project is the third installment in Laumeier's Begin Again anniversary series.
- The series honors the Park's 50-year history of collaborating with artists.
- The series includes an indoor exhibition 'Begin Again: Years and Counting'.
- Three new outdoor commissions by Juan William Chávez, Ursula von Rydingsvard, and Alison Saar are part of the series.
- Each artist was invited to revisit a decommissioned work they originally created for the Park.
- The resulting commissions will take the form of a reinterpretation, a rebuild, or a new work inspired by the original.
- Von Rydingsvard's original installation was a monumental yet reflective work and a longtime public favorite.
- The original sculpture was permanently taken off view due to material decomposition and limited conservation resources.
Entities
Artists
- Ursula von Rydingsvard
- Juan William Chávez
- Alison Saar
Institutions
- Laumeier Sculpture Park
Locations
- St. Louis
- Missouri
- United States