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The Zen Bench is constructed of granite and redwood in the style of traditional Japanese carpentry and the joints are clearly visible in a celebration of structure. The redwood base is notched and fitted, and the top is solid granite — two-thirds…

Abstract painting depicting two figures playing chess in turquoise, blue, and ochre.On original plaque: Carl E. SchwartzTHE CHESS GAMEIn Memory of Harry and Betty Krawitz Originally from Detroit, Carl E. Schwartz (1935-2015) studied at the Art…

Watercolor of a horse race at Sandown Park Racecourse. Six horses and their colorfully dressed jockeys are depicted, mid-race.Sandown Park Racecourse is in Esher, Surrey, England and opened in 1875.This artwork is not currently on display.

Cast in bronze, this three-piece suite of sculptures includes: “Pulling Up,” a jockey on a horse in mid-stride; “Male Jockey,” a male jockey standing with hand on right hip; and “Female Jockey,” a standing female jockey. This suite is part 91 of an…

Two symmetrical steel forms joined together in the top center. Constructed of Corten steel, an oxidized steel that develops a rust-looking patina that prevents weather damage. About this piece, the artist remarked, “Its symmetry is a recurring theme…

Wall-mounted sculpture, constructed from mixed media including papier maché, of a box that appears to have a tube running through it from top to bottom. In the center of the box facing outward is a circular opening with a smiling face. Overall light…

Painting of an amorphous head and body in ochre on the left edge on an off-white background. Signed bottom right "G. Bernstein".As a child, Gerda Meyer Bernstein was a member of the Kindertransport, sent from Germany to England in 1938. Much of her…

Landscape painting of brown and beige mountains with snowy drifts and watery blue sky. Artist's chop marks top right and bottom left.On original plaque: Lydia HwangSILENCE (WINTER SCENERY)Gift ofFriends of Mary Radmacher Lydia Hwang (Pei-Quincita)…

Whimsical painting depicting animals, trees, and books painted in bright, vibrant colors. Signed bottom left. On original plaque: Norris HallJungle Library1991 The painting was purchased for Skokie Public Library’s 50th Anniversary with support from…

Circular form wall sculpture in silver and gold-colored metals. At the right edge is the profile of an abstracted head with an open mouth. Five gold-tone beads appear to come from the mouth.On original plaque: Ted GallContinued DialogPlate aluminum…