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Water Off a Duck's Back (2020)

Douglas Coupland

Address: 6699 River Road
Location: Artwork is located at the south end of the River Green development, fronting River Road.
Area: City Centre
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Materials: Powder coated Aluminum panels, stainless steel water channel, acrylic polyurethane paint
Program: Private

Ownership: Private
Sponsored By: ASPAC

Description of Work:
Water fountain constructed from Aluminum panels, stainless steel with powder coated finish.

Artist Statement:
Richmond’s waters are home to many species of birds including ducks, most of which are at
their most visible during seasonal migration. In this work we see a quartet of waterfowl drakes:
a Harlequin duck, a Wood duck, a Mallard duck and a Mandarin duck. A water feature
heightens the simple joy of both wild and introduced birds, and the richness they bring to those
lucky enough to share their habitat.

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