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Theodoros Papagiannis Sculpture

Chicago Sun Times

Your eyes aren't deceiving you. Those are runners along the embankment on the south side of I-190 at O'Hare Internatonal Airport.

But don't worry, they won't try to cross the highway. These figures comprise a 16-foot sculpture that was dedicated on Tuesday.

The sculpture, known as "The Runners," was designed by Dr. Theodoros Papagiannis, a professor at the School of Fine Arts in Athens. The piece depicts five runners emerging from antiquity into the modern world, according to a release from the city's Department of Cultural Affairs and Special Events.

Installation of the sculpture began in March 2011, the release said. It was donated by the Athens Committee of Chicago Sisters Cities International.

Spatial Thoughts on Sculpture by Bill West
The creative feel for space, motiion and figures would be hard to surpass. You really have to experience this, it will make you feel good! So many many of us travel through the O'Hare Airport in Chicago - now you will have something other than lines of people, planes and waiting to remember...
Nice coverage by the Chicago Sun Times on this story!

Theodoros Papagiannis Sculpture
"Runners" by Theodoros Papagiannis Sculpture
"The Runners" sculpture at O'Hare International Airport was dedicated today at it's new location along the 1-190 South side embankment. The 16 foot sculpture is the work of sculptor Theodoros Papagiannis. It was donated by the Athens Committee of Chicago Sister cities and is supported by Chicago's large Greek-American Community. The work depicts five runners emerging from antiquity into the modern world. | Al Podgorski~Chicago Sun-Times