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Enhancing the environment of the university’s King’s Buildings are two bronze sculptures by Sir Eduardo Paolozzi. The life-size figures are designed to represent the aspirations and achievements of research at the Institute of Cell and Molecular Biology as well as symbolising the common pursuits of art and science.

Artists

• Eduardo Paolozzi

Funding

SAC Award amount

£26,376.00

Project total cost

£38,188.00

Funding purpose

Towards the cost of commissioning two life-size bronze figures by Sir Eduardo Paolozzi to be sited outside King’s Buildings.

(Please note dates and details correct at time of award.)

Consultation & Commissioning Process

With reference to the staff of the University of Edinburgh and Scottish Parliamentary ministers, Eduardo Paolozzi researched and developed the proposals for the two sculptures.

Direct selection of known artist.

Outcomes

• Two life-size bronze figures
• Publication: “Eduardo Paolozzi: Sculptures for the King’s Buildings” (ISBN: 1 873108 15 X)