https://d1y502jg6fpugt.cloudfront.net/25617/archive/files/372baa047f74ce4d54349cad9f90e572.jpg?Expires=1782345600&Signature=cf78FegHY3xCWJ1o0V4p5Eu2SJvHDnA1jLhJWg2XOpQxdvM1eVVC32ioEyUfuzj%7EzOMY5w1cMkMCTfX-uyK5EYeuePnFpp4Pl9CPAuUZa4%7EI4FtGZVWDJum7QqfH5BVoHpEJnuojhQkSx%7Ek040Rwcy2iTy56QZIWmOXm2z44OlMeDXvaTcovN4K6h22iORyql5zhouTf00olnlIQgpz2fBrNZvsLmG7bYA7TEi-GaSK2AduPnCLGngPBubJRx0I7e7aELnQA5KEeHNWK9mfJ5ECwLhC3dMAQJPtRFehlhbXYH3rmMt8mRIEZjGud9sziyG-X2sx30Iw03iJVi5bVKw__&Key-Pair-Id=K6UGZS9ZTDSZM 4cd7da3c5a6d4a01736f358bf905bcb6 Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Skokie Public Library Permanent Art Collection Description An account of the resource Skokie Public Library’s permanent art collection began in the late 1960s and has grown steadily since then from a small collection of paintings by emerging Chicago artists to an eclectic mix of large-scale sculptures, paintings, prints, and tapestries from local, national, and international artists. Through a combination of gifts from generous private donors and assisting funds from the Illinois Arts Council, each work of art in the library enlivens the walls and courtyards of this award-winning building, providing visitors with visual inspiration. Still Image A static visual representation. Examples include paintings, drawings, graphic designs, plans and maps. Recommended best practice is to assign the type Text to images of textual materials. Original Format The type of object, such as painting, sculpture, paper, photo, and additional data Acrylic on board Physical Dimensions The actual physical size of the original image 26 x 49 1/2 in. Dublin Core The Dublin Core metadata element set is common to all Omeka records, including items, files, and collections. For more information see, http://dublincore.org/documents/dces/. Title A name given to the resource Carousel Creator An entity primarily responsible for making the resource Neiman, LeRoy, 1921-2012 Date A point or period of time associated with an event in the lifecycle of the resource 1959 Description An account of the resource Painted in 1959, this early work of world-renowned artist LeRoy Neiman depicts horses in different positions on a carousel painted with broad brush strokes in many colors. It was donated to the Library in 1978 by a couple who visited and appreciated the Library’s “attractive display of paintings.” LeRoy Neiman (1921-2012) was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, and studied at the Art Institute of Chicago where he later taught for ten years. He moved to New York City and had his first one-man show in 1963. He is known primarily for his colorful paintings of athletes, sporting events, and celebrities. His works are in museums and private collections all over the world. Located outside the Quiet Room on the Second Floor (across from the Money & Business shelves). Format The file format, physical medium, or dimensions of the resource jpeg Rights Information about rights held in and over the resource In Copyright http://rightsstatements.org/vocab/InC/1.0/ Identifier An unambiguous reference to the resource within a given context Carousel-by-Neiman.jpg Provenance A statement of any changes in ownership and custody of the resource since its creation that are significant for its authenticity, integrity, and interpretation. The statement may include a description of any changes successive custodians made to the resource. Collection of Skokie Public Library. Gift of private donor, 1978. art collection on display paintings second floor