A contemporary sculpture that suffered damage from neglect and atmospheric conditions.

Ai Weiwei (China, 1957). Marble Rebar, 2012. Marble, wood box (missing). 32 x 20 x 8 in. (81 x 50 x 21 cm.)

We were overwhelmed by the breadth of this collection. And by the condition we found it in. Yes, these were stored in the indoor pool room.

A guest was enthralled by the details of this life-sized porcelain sculpture by Richard Shaw and lost his balance, causing the sculpture to break. Our colleague successfully restored the work. We suggest placing fine and fragile works of art away from anyone’s reach and possible damage.

An interesting reproduction of a beautiful Old Master painting behind a contemporary sculpture.