Faces of Indiana for the Millennium

Faces of Indiana for the Millennium

Charles R. (“C. R.”) Schiefer was a stone sculptor based in Martinsville, Indiana. His work was influenced by his admiration for pre-Columbian and African-Oceanic sculpture and artifacts. Like the “primitive” artist, his sculptures have minimal detail, clean lines, and positive, optimistic rounded forms. When possible, they also include movement, action, and humor.

In Faces of Indiana for the Millennium, Schiefer used his style to convey the many types of people found in and around Indiana. ... view more »

Collection: Indy Parks

Medium type: Stone/Marble

Date created: 2000

PHOTOS

  • Gallery 1 - Faces of Indiana for the Millennium
  • Photo courtesy of Ken Norris

Associated artists

Location

E 65th St and Monon Trail, Indianapolis, IN, 46220

COMMENTS

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  1. We recently purchased a home that I believe has a sculpture by this artist. How can I get more info on it? Thanks for your time.

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    • Hi Ruth–C.R. Schiefer has passed away but you can contact his son, Mark: https://nuwber.com/person/563a3c9bcf00835c7ff498a8 phone (765) 352-1286 Mark may be able to tell you something about the series it came from.

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