Jano Montano
American Gothic inspired sculpture
American Gothic is an American painting by Grant Wood that I've always liked and is housed in the Modern Art Museum of Chicago. It's an icon of American culture represented and caricatured at millions of locations (like the credits of the Desperate Housewives series). It depicts a peasant couple posing in a cheerful and friendly manner and remains a symbol of the American heartland. I was amused during my last trip when I saw this recently installed sculpture in Pioneer Court, a space located at the intersection of Michigan Avenue and the Chicago River. I've always seen works there and it's constantly being remodeled.
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