Created By: William A Carpenter
Sitting in a beautiful park-like setting between the two large justice buildings in downtown Columbus, the gavel serves as the centerpiece of a large reflecting pool. The giant piece of art was created by Andrew Scott in 2008.
Along Front Street in Downtown Columbus are located two pedestrian plazas-courtyards with some unique statues, flag poles and tidal basins/fountains. This is the large metal judicial gavel in honor if the Ohio Supreme Court. There is also a fountain/tidal pool with words (Reason, Honor, Wisdom, Justice...) written in steel. 13 feet high and 30 feet long, it’s made of about 7,000lbs of stainless steel.
Basics:
Location:39.95949705723434,
-83.00221458077431District:River
Artist:Andrew F Scott
Size:30′ Long
15′ Wide
12′ High
Features:Stainless Steel Sculpture
Concrete Sculpture
Year Built:2008
In addition to being a “world’s largest”, this whimsical sculpture adds flair to the decadent Supreme Court of Ohio and surrounding government complex.
Key Details:
The Gavel is one of two art installations within courtyards adjacent to the Supreme Court of Ohio building. The sculpture reflects the decision-making authority of the Supreme Court. The sculpture is constructed of stainless steel with a concrete was funded through a grant by the Ohio State Bar Association.
If You Go:
‘Gavel’ is located in a shallow pool that is sited along Front Street in Downtown Columbus. The courtyard has a peaceful feel and provides a respite from the relatively busy adjacent streets. The downtown riverfront and Scioto Mile park are directly adjacent.
Sources:
http://www.sconet.state.oh.us/publications/OJC.pdf
http://www.afsart.com/index_main.html?pathid=WPX&modid=SPB_0
This point of interest is part of the tour: Columbus Ohio Outdoor Sculpture Tour
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