Blue Balls
Blue Balls
Blue Balls
Blue Balls
Blue Balls
Blue Balls
Blue Balls

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A matrix of 25 spheres in a diamond shape mounted on short poles which rise form the front to the back. Originally a commissioned as a student project Mid Chesire College arts department on a theme loosely based on the planets, the piece was refurbished in 2008 by Winsford-based firm, Sandersons. In 2016 the sculpture was re-painted gold to honour local rower Matthew Langridge who won a gold medal at the Rio Olympics 2016.
Title

Blue Balls

Date

1972

Medium

steel

Accession number

CW9_AJW_S002

Acquisition method

commissioned by Mid Cheshire College Arts Department

Work type

Sculpture

Owner

Northwich Town Council

Custodian

Northwich Town Council

Work status

extant

Access

at all times

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Located at

Brockhurst Street, Northwich

CW9 5ES

Situated at the junction of Brockhurst Street and A5509, Chester Way.