Bridge

1986

Peter Nicholls

Accessible

Type

  • Sculpture

Medium

  • Paint
  • Wood

Dimensions

  • Approx. H7000 x W5100 x D3200mm

Peter Nicholls, ‘Bridge’ (1985), Union Lawn, Main Campus, University of Otago, Main Campus, North Dunedin, Ōtepoti Dunedin.

Image: Bronwyn Holloway-Smith, Public Art Heritage Aotearoa New Zealand, 2021

1986–Current

Union Lawn, north of Otago University Students' Association, Main Campus, University of Otago, North Dunedin, Ōtepoti Dunedin

Artists
Credit

University of Otago Art Collection

Associated Artwork Organisation(s)

Description

This work "refers broadly to the function of a University. The title of the work is a metaphorical statement referring to the previous function of the Australian hardwood beams, which were recycled from a South Island railway viaduct. The structure also acts as a framing device through which to view the site, formally echoing the Victorian Gothic roof angles of the buildings nearby."

~ quote from Ali Bramwell et al. Otago Sculpture Trails : University Walk. Otago Sculpture Trust 2003.

“The work was designed to enhance the existing architecture. The bridge can be seen as a metaphorical symbol of unity between people or new goals. It is constructed in sections representing the different stages of life.”

– text via University of Otago