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Seward Johnson Sculpture

Gainsville.com
By Nathan Crabbe

After drawing praise, criticism and a few instances of vandalism, the bronze visitors that invaded Gainesville for more than three months are leaving town.

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About "Crossing Paths"

The University of Florida started removing the campus statues Thursday, except for the 20-foot-tall sculpture of a couple dancing on the Plaza of the Americas that is expected to remain until March. The off-campus sculptures are scheduled for removal Oct. 18.

For more information on the "Crossing Paths" exhibition and the work of J. Seward Johnson and a map of locations, visit www.crossingpathsgainesville.com.

Crossing Paths exhibition removal

On Thursday, the University of Florida started removing the sculptures, part of the public art exhibition "Crossing Paths." The exhibition on campus and in other parts of Gainesville featured 25 sculptures by the artist Seward Johnson, some depicting people doing everyday activities and others inspired by famous works of art.

Spatial Thoughts on Sculpture by Bill West
Another nicely executed sculpture by Seward Johnson. His sculpture creations criss-cross our country. In my mind, he is a master at the message!

Seward Johnson sculpture
"A Turn of the Century" by Seward Johnson