Robert Indiana's LOVE sculpture to be installed at The Huntington
The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens is set to receive Robert Indiana's renowned LOVE sculpture, originally designed in 1966 and created in 1999. This significant polychromed aluminum piece, part of an edition of five with two artist's proofs, will be placed close to the Virginia Steele Scott Galleries of American Art. Terri and Jerry Kohl are donating the sculpture, along with extra funds for its installation and ongoing maintenance. Once installed, it will be the sole publicly available LOVE sculpture in Southern California. This acquisition aligns with the 60th anniversary of the sculpture's first appearance.
Key facts
- Robert Indiana's LOVE sculpture joins The Huntington's permanent collection in 2025.
- The sculpture was designed in 1966 and fabricated in 1999.
- It is number three in an edition of five, with two artist's proofs.
- The work is a gift from Terri and Jerry Kohl.
- Additional funding was provided for installation and long-term care.
- It will be installed near the Virginia Steele Scott Galleries of American Art.
- It will be the only publicly accessible LOVE sculpture in Southern California.
- The acquisition marks the 60th anniversary of the work's debut.
Entities
Artists
- Robert Indiana
Institutions
- The Huntington Library, Art Museum, and Botanical Gardens
- Virginia Steele Scott Galleries of American Art
Locations
- San Marino
- United States
- Southern California