This one, done in 1977, is by Claes Oldenburg, and is located at 600 West Madison Street, just a block or so west of Ogilvie Transportation Center. And on the same side of the street. It is clearly visible as you cross the bridge over the Chicago River by the Lyric Opera Building. Especially at sunset. From a distance is looks like very lacy lattice work, but up close it is seen to be what it is, painted Cor-Ten steel.
Artner - "wryly gives the American obsession with sports the same status as an ancient obelisk or imperial column" Absolutely.
Note to the city. The large sign in front is fading badly, and very difficult to read.
This one taken from the base, in front of the Social Security Administration Building.
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