The Ring (French: L’Anneau) is a sculpture located at the Place Ville Marie in Montréal, Canada, designed by Claude Cormier + associes and erected in June 2022. The sculpture weighs around 23,000 kilograms (51,000 lb), spans 30 metres (98 ft) and cost over CA$5,000,000 of taxpayer and private money.[1] The sculpture is heated to prevent snow buildup, and has vibration dampers to prevent damage during high winds and earthquakes.[2]
| The Ring | |
|---|---|
| French: L’Anneau | |
.jpg) The Ring | |
| Artist | Claude Cormier |
| Year | 2022 |
| Dimensions | 30 m diameter (98 ft) |
| Weight | 23,000 kg (51,000 lb) |
| Location | Montreal |
| 45°30′05″N 73°34′12″W / 45.501411°N 73.570012°W | |
| Website | https://placevillemarie.com/en/the-ring |
The Ring
The Ring located in Montreal
References
edit- ^ "Montreal residents react to gigantic metal ring installed as new city monument". 2022-06-20. Retrieved 2023-08-17.
- ^ "New massive 'Ring' art piece to be installed in downtown Montreal - Globalnews.ca". Retrieved 2023-08-17.
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