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Mountain Cathedrals
 The
new sculpture “Mountain Cathedrals” by Michael Paul Thiry was unveiled at
its location in the median on North Date Palm Drive, just south of Vista
Chino. About 150 people turned out to see the unveiling of the 15-foot high
stainless steel sculpture. The sculpture represents the Santa Rosa
Mountains, whose granite cliffs reminded early surveyors of the inside of a
magnificent cathedral, from which Cathedral City takes its name.
“The sculpture is a work of
passion!” the artist said, and that was easily seen as sunlight and colors
from the snowcapped mountains sparkled and reflected off the sculpture. At
night the three-pronged work is illuminated in white light.
The project is the first
entryway sculpture commissioned by the Public Arts Commission as part of the
art in public places program, paid for by developer fees.
Other cathedral-themed
sculptures will be installed at all the entryways to the City, in keeping
with the city’s Marketing Plan to celebrate the community’s name and legend.
Editors note: Click here for more images of the Mountain Cathedrals. |
