Public Artwork
Abri…Perte et remplacement
Alternate title:
Shelter…Loss and Replacement ; Shelter, its loss and replacement
Artwork creator(s):
Wonnacott, Justin
Text author(s):
Wonnacott, Justin
Installation year:
1995
Remarks on location:
Lamps, columns and planters all bear the mark of the artist; texts are engraved on the pedestrian crossings, sidewalks and bus shelters (indicated near the intersection of Slater and Elgin Streets, downtown); Photomontage entitled Food and Shelter / Bed & Breakfast at the corner of Rideau and William. (Promenart, s.p.)
Description:
Painting made with stencils on the street.
Text of the artwork:
Rideau Chapel
is not forgotten.
La chapelle
de la rue Rideau
n'a pas été oubliée.
Text theme:
Absences related to the site Note(s):
Competition launched in 1992 as part of a redevelopment project for Rideau Street; competition launched by the city of Ottawa and Rideau Street Business Improvement Association
Artist's biography:
Justin Wonnacott Document(s):
Syndicate
