"This brilliant and whimsical statue of "Cap" Streeter
captures the essence of one of Chicago’s most colorful figures."
Gary Johnson - President
Chicago History Museum
"Just incredible. I am in awe of how cool the statue is.It is
perfect; him carrying the dog; just perfect."
Richard F. Bales, author of the upcoming book on the life and history of Captain George
'Cap' Wellington Streeter.
November 23rd, 2010
"I am not familiar with the process that yielded the Streeter
statue; whatever it was, the outcome is sensational.
The statue adds such dignity to the corner"
Rita Green, Streeterville Business Owner
December 10th, 2010
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The artist overseeing the final alignment of his design for the base. |
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Artist meeting with Lee Golub (Principal and Executive Vice President of Golub &
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Installation day, the artist and Brian Buchholz had just arrived and with the help of a
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The artist unveiling the sculpture on installation day |
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Private showings at the Artist's Gallery for serious
collectors can be arranged by appointment
For further information, please contact Downes Studio at
downesstudio@earthlink.net or telephone
(847) 395-8875.
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