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Agave Sculpture: The 22 foot high sculpture was inspired by the Santa Cruz River, referenced by the blue rock within the gabion structure and agave formation situated on the top. The five 16 foot high x 100s of feet long walls are an interpretation of the creosote plant blossoms abundant in the desert environment and culturally significant to the area.
Art Form: Sculpture
Location: Green Valley
Collection(s): Pima County
Funding: Department of Transportation
Artist(s): Juan and Patricia Navarrete
Juan and Patricia Navarrete, Untitled, 2011.
Comprised of a sculptural component and decorative concrete walls, artist Juan and Patricia Navarrete created artwork resembling agave and creosote plants. The sculptural element, an agave made of metal and glass, sits upon a gabion filled with blue stones. The concrete walls are adorned with designs based on creosote.
Address: From Northbound I-19 Frontage Rd.: Canoa Ranch Dr. to Continental Rd.
