Object Record
Images
Metadata
Object Name |
Drawing, Architectural |
Collection |
Raymond Kaskey Collection |
Catalog Number |
2013.8.1.501 |
Description |
Sketch of original design of National Building Museum Corner Market by Raymond Kaskey. Features men holding up an urn. |
Context |
The markers sitting at the four corners of the National Building Museum site were originally intended as bollards to block access to F Street in front of the building. When plans to close the street did not come to pass, the sculptures were sited instead at the corners. Each marker depicts a set of six laborers, symbolizing the building trades whose study makes up the Museum's mission. The figures hold up a plumb bob, the ancient tool that helps builders find true vertical. |
Currently On Display In |
Visible Vault: Open Collections Storage |
Site Name |
National Building Museum |
Date |
10/14/1993 |
Maker |
Raymond Kaskey |
Role Artist |
Sculptor |
Donor |
Kaskey Studio, Inc |
Dimensions |
W-9.5 L-12 inches |
Search Terms |
Washington, DC National Building Museum Raymond Kaskey |