The Artwork
“Horse Play” is a representational piece made entirely of intricately shaped iron. This large, modern work weighs approximately 200 pounds and stands almost 9 feet tall, over 9 feet long and 7 feet wide.
The Artist
Jim Dehne resides in Newton, Wisconsin and draws inspiration from the wildlife and flora of the Wisconsin countryside as well as the nature he observed while living and traveling across the country. Dehne was born and raised on a dairy farm named Point Creek Farm, joined the Army after high school and served in Alaska for three years, and stayed an additional four years enjoying the Great Northwest. He later returned to the lower 48 to take over the family farm.
Funding
“Horse Play” is part of a rotating exhibition of sculptures and is eligible for the 2016 - 2017 People's Choice Award. The piece can be purchased for personal acquisition or as a gift to the City for $9,500.
Location
50th & France
Awards
"Horse Play" won second place in the 2016 People's Choice Awards.