Sculpture Guide: Dimming Trails of Other Days
August 18, 2015
Sculpture Guide: Dimming Trails of Other Days
By Michael Coleman
2004
Location: Cashman Greever Garden
In this sculpture, artist Michael Coleman portrays a bison, popularly known as a buffalo, standing near a wallow. The viewer can imagine a time long ago when the buffalo roamed throughout the American West. Coleman’s sculptures reflect his affection for western wildlife.
If you look closely, you’ll find several other animals and details here and there on this bronze.
Michael Coleman (b. 1946). Dimming Trails of Other Days, 2004. Cast 2 of edition of 3. Bronze, H 30 x L 80 inches. Gift of Naoma Tate and the Family of Hal Tate. 7.04
Written By
Nancy McClure
Nancy now does Grants & Foundations Relations for the Center of the West's Development Department, but was formerly the Content Producer for the Center's Public Relations Department, where her work included writing and updating website content, publicizing events, copy editing, working with images, and producing the e-newsletter Western Wire. Her current job is seeking and applying for funding from government grants and private foundations. In her spare time, Nancy enjoys photography, reading, flower gardening, and playing the flute.
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