Pointer
Photo taken on February 12, 2012
Pointer, a bronze sculpture created by Laura Gardin Fraser (1889-1966) on display at the Shaffer Art Building, Syracuse University. Laura Gardin was a sculptor who grew up in suburban Chicago and moved to New York to continue her education. While studying at the Art Students League she met her future husband, James Earle Fraser. The couple was married in 1913 and embarked on a prolific career together, however, professionally they maintained individual identities. In addition to their Greenwich Village studio in Manhattan, the couple developed a joint, yet separate studio in Westport, Connecticut. Their success as professional sculptors continued for many years, un-interrupted by the economic woes endured by most in the nation and allowed them the wealth to climb within New York’s loftiest social circles. Their years of creativity have given our nation some truly iconic sculpture. The Fraser’s had no children, and following their death, their papers and personal collection and over 500 pieces of artwork were donated to Syracuse University, and a grateful posterity, by Laura’s sister Leila Sawyer along with $50,000 to aid with transport and installation.
Photo Location
- University Hill
- Syracuse
- Onondaga County
- New York
- United States
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