"In the Shadow of Steel, the Art of Sewickley" Opening Reception
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International Images, Ltd and The House of Two Sisters Present:
In the Shadow of Steel, the Art of Sewickley
Artist: Sam Brown
Musical Installation: Steve Nishimura
Opening: March 26th, 6pm to 9pm
514 Beaver Street, The Flatiron Building
Sewickley, PA 15143
Adjacent to the Sharp Edge.
Access: 16A bus to Sewickley
“In the Shadow of Steel” is a contemporary art installation that puts on
display for the first time relics of Sewickley’s illustrious past as the home
of the Steel Barons, specifically the Jones family of Jones & Laughlin Steel,
placed next to pieces of discarded industry from the Greater Pittsburgh Area.
A dual question is being raised with this show: is this the dirge of a society
that has fallen to ruin, or is this the ash from which a society is
created? The objects represent a narrative of Sewickley and Pittsburgh, its
origins, the height of its societal influence, and Sewickley’s current
decline. Objects come from all parts of Pittsburgh's rich history, whether
considered jewels or junk. The excavated Items are from everywhere, from Iron
City's recently closed factory in Bloomfield to the dresser set of BF Jones,
III. Also on display will be a musical installation by Steve Nishimura,
combining recordings from steel production recorded by USS Steel as well as
live feed from the gallery. For information contact: International Images,
Ltd., 514 Beaver Street, Sewickley, at 412 741 3036 or e-mail,
art@internationalimagesltd.com<
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