Material
Mixed media
About
Mixed media ostrich sculpture by Houston based artist Kathy Hall. Except for the rebar frame, the sculpture is made entirely from one parachute. Using various weaving techniques, Hall intertwined the various straps and buckles together to create an almost life sized ostrich.
Dimensions
H 59 in x W 37.5 in x D 17 in
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