Sculpture Donated To Michener Art Museum In Honor Of New Hope Arts Center Founder

DOYLESTOWN, PA.- New York City-based artist Gunnar Theel has donated his installation Skye Group (3) to the James A. Michener Art Museum in honor of the late Robin Larsen, founder and director of the New Hope Arts Center. On loan by the artist since 2007, the welded steel sculpture is on view outside of the Museum along Pine Street in Doylestown. “Skye Group (3) has exerted a powerful presence on the Michener’s grounds for the past three years,” says Constance Kimmerle, the Museum’s Curator of Collections. “We are delighted to now add this innovative work to the Museum’s permanent collection in recognition of Robin Larsen and her tireless efforts for Bucks County’s artistic community.” Theel comments, “Robin was instrumental in the founding of New Hope Arts, Inc. and its annual ‘Sculpture New Hope’ exhibition showcasing both indoor and outdoor works. Robin did a wonderful job indeed.” Created between 1998 and 2005, Skye G

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