Downtown Providence in Providence County, Rhode Island — The American Northeast (New England)
Rado Kirov
Free Fall III
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After years of working in traditional metalsmithing in both Bulgaria, where artist Rado Kirov was born, and South Africa where he and his family immigrated. Rado began working in sculpture. Through that exploration, he developed a unique technique of manipulating a sheet of stainless steel by hand. By using the inherent physical properties of the metal to create a striking liquid-like three-dimensional surface Rado's works dynamically mirror their surroundings and draw viewers into their sparking reflections.
"I like to explore the contrast between the organic fluidity of what I call the 'Mercury Effect' as a medium and the rectilinear rigidity of a cube to which it gives (and by which it is given) form. The 'Free Fall' is dynamic and leaves the observer in suspense, awaiting the inevitable turntable." -Rado Kirov
Erected by Providence Parks.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Arts, Letters, Music • Immigration.
Location. 41° 49.501′ N, 71° 24.82′ W. Marker is in Providence, Rhode Island, in Providence County. It is in Downtown
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Regionally, this marker is on Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay. It is also in the American Northeast, in New England, and on the Eastern Seaboard. Globally, it is in the North Atlantic Region, North America, the Western Hemisphere, the Western World, and the Anglosphere. Historically, it finds itself in what was once one of the original Thirteen Colonies.
Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Major Henry Harrison Young (a few steps from this marker); Kelly Goff (within shouting distance of this marker); Carlos Davila (within shouting distance of this marker); Union Station (within shouting distance of this marker); A History of Kennedy Plaza (about 300 feet away, measured in a direct line); a different marker also named A History of Kennedy Plaza (about 300 feet away); a different marker also named A History of Kennedy Plaza (about 400 feet away); Stephanie and Ashley
Photographed by Devry Becker Jones (CC0), July 9, 2024
2. Rado Kirov Marker
Free Fall III can be seen in the background.
Additional commentary.
1. About the marker
This sign serves as a historical marker because it shares a narrative about the artist's life in the context of developing his artistic style.
— Submitted July 13, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
Credits. This page was last revised on July 13, 2024. It was originally submitted on July 13, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia. This page has been viewed 128 times since then and 7 times this year. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on July 13, 2024, by Devry Becker Jones of Washington, District of Columbia.
