''Ring of Time'', also known as ''The Ring of Time'', is an outdoor

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, located at the entrance to the

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. The

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was created during 1965–1967 and is owned by the

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Description and history

''Ring of Time'' is a monumental

installed in the outer foyer of the

on Southwest 6th between Madison and Main in

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. It was designed by

and created during 1965–1967. The

, which represents time, is tall and owned by the

. ''

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'' has described the sculpture as "rough" and "primitive", as well as "chunky, clunky, big and funky".

Reception

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has referred to ''Ring of Time'' as one of the city's "most admired" sculptures.

References

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Description and history

Reception

See also

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