HomeMy WebLinkAboutReso 2017-2712RESOLUTION NO. 2017- 2111-
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, APPROVING A REQUEST
SUBMITTED BY SUNNY ISLES BEACH ASSOCIATES, LLC. TO
APPROVE THE "BONHOMME UNIVERSE" ART WORK
COMPONENT BY DANIEL KNORR LOCATED AT THE EAST
SIDE OF JADE SIGNATURE PROJECT LOCATED AT 16901
COLLINS AVENUE; PROVIDING THE CITY MANAGER AND
CITY ATTORNEY WITH THE AUTHORITY TO DO ALL THINGS
NECESSARY TO EFFECTUATE THIS RESOLUTION;
PROVIDING FOR AN EFFECTIVE DATE.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Resolution No. 13-Z-136, adopted on January 8, 2013, and
Resolution No. 14-Z-139, adopted on May 15, 2014, the City Commission approved the Jade
Signature (the "Project') site plan and site plan modification with a pending Art in Public Places
component; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 104 of the City Code, all private projects shall provide an
artwork component or contribution to the City's art funds and requires to be approved by the City
Commission prior the issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy; and
WHEREAS, the Project's developer is requesting to comply with the Art in Public Places
Section 104 of the City Code and has submitted the artwork component by Daniel Knorr called
"Bonhomme Universe"; and
WHEREAS, the Planning and Zoning Staff has reviewed the submitted artwork plans and
documents and finds the artwork in compliance with Section 104 of the City Code; and
WHEREAS, the City Commission wishes to approve the art in public places component
for the Project.
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COMMISSION OF THE
CITY OF SUNNY ISLES BEACH, FLORIDA, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Incorporation of Recitals. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are
incorporated herein by reference as if they are fully set forth herein.
Section 2. Approval of the City Commission. Pursuant to Section 104 of the City Code, the
request submitted by Sunny Isles Beach Associates, LLC. proposing the "Bonhomme Universe"
art component by Daniel Knorr located at the east side of Jade Signature project located at 16901
Collins Avenue as described in Exhibit A is hereby approved.
Section 3. Authority of the City Manager. The City Manager is hereby authorized to do all
things necessary to effectuate this Resolution.
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Section 4. Effective Date. This Resolution shall become effective
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of
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Commissioner Gatto T(Yes)
Commissioner Svechin —(Yes)
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BONJHONAME UNIVERSE
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Daniel Knorr
2017
for 396 JADE SIGNATURE
by
HERZOG & DE MEURON
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Bonhomme Universe 201 i .............................................4
Renderings.........................................................................5-8
theConcept......................................................................9-10
History of Bonhomnne.......................:.............................1 1 -1 2
TheArtist...........................................................................13
Production, materials and installation ..........................14-21
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THE CONCEPT
In French language, Bonhomme means good man, and in the artist's words "it is also the soul that
creates such a person".
Daniel Knorr is specifically known for his snowman sculptures. Some of these have been shown in
important art institutions and festivals around the world such as the National Museum of Fine Art in
Budapest, Hungary; Kunsthalle Basel in Switzerland; Villa Arson Contemporary Art Center in Nice,
France; and other art galleries and private collections.
The idea of the Snowman in Knorr's practice, came to fruition in 1997 in Berlin, when the artist
became interested in the idea of a snowman's absolute requisite of the use of snow, and a concep-
tual possibility of a snowman existing within a context without snow. Knorr enabled the existence
of a sub -tropical snowman, one that would belong to each originating context and landscape. Also,
instead of the traditional snowman's broom, Knorr's Bonhomme has a palm branch.
Bonhomme Universe intends to explore the concept of universality while inspired by Jade Signa-
ture; the name of the new project by Herzog & DeMeuron.
The concept of Bonhomme Universe came into the artist's mind, during his last visit to Miami. In
this visit, Knorr went to the beach every morning and was mesmerized by the jade color of the
ocean, in dialogue with the many colors of Miami's urban landscape. In addition, he was particu-
larly drawn by Miami's diverse community, and immediately visualized an array of beautiful gem-
stones that would resemble such cultural meeting point.
The structure of the sculpture represents a good house inhabited by good soul people as precious
stones. The variety of gemstones that constitute the work, come from different parts of the world,
resembling the multicultural identity of Miami's community, including the upcoming residents of
396 Jade Signature.
In addition to the gemstones, the snowman has an arm in the form of a palm branch. In a first im-
pression, the palm branch has a greeting function; the snowman waving at us. However, the mean-
ing of the palm branch is related to the symbol of victory, triumph, peace and eternal life originat-
ing in the ancient Near East and Mediterranean world. Palm trees were sacred in Mesopotamian
religions, while in ancient Egypt they represented immortality. In Judaism, a closed frond of the
date palm is part of the festival of Sukkot. In ancient Greece, a palm branch was awarded to victo-
rious athletes, while in ancient Rome, a palm frond, or the tree itself, was one of the most common
attributes of personified Victory. In Christianity, the palm branch is associated particularly with Palm
Sunday, when according to Christian tradition, palm branches were waved at the triumphal entry of
Jesus into Jerusalem. It was adopted into Christian iconography to represent the victory of martyrs,
or the victory of the spirit over the flesh.
Since victory signals an end to a conflict or competition, the palm is then represented as a symbol
of peace.
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HISTORY OF - BONHO M M E
Bonhom m -'e, 1998,Villa A(soh Contemp*b�dry Art Center,
THE ARTIST
Daniel Knorr (b. 1968 Bucharest, Romania) lives and works in Berlin, studied from 1989 until 1995
at the Academy for Fine Arts in Munich and right after at the Vermont College of Norwich in the
United States of America.
His work has been widely exhibited around the world in prominent institutions and museums, such
as The Museum of Modern of Art of Warsaw, the National Museum of Fine Art of Budapest, the
Hammer Museum in Los Angeles, Kunsthalle Basel, Kunsthalle Zurich, Centre Pompidou in Paris,
and many others. He has also participated in major art festivals such as the Berlin Biennale, and
represented Romania in the 51 Venice Biennale. In 2017 he participated in Documenta both in
Athens and Kassel.
Knorr's art focuses on the concept of materialisation. Performance versus everyday life as well
as public versus private space and the relationships between artist and audience are some
significant aspects of his work. Pursuing the principle of conceptual art, Knorr explores the aspect
of materialisation in art, calling it into question on various levels. Thoughts, ideas and feelings, but
also identity, language and text all contribute to the realisation of his art.
PRODUCTION
BONHOMME UNIVERSE
COMPOSITION
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FRAME SIZE
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ring o:429 ft.; (70 cm)
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PRODUCTION PROCESS
The inner structure of the sculpture is constituted by metal rings that are welded together to create
spheres. A metal mesh will cover the spheres, and concrete will be attached to this structure. After
the concrete dries, the stones will be masoned row by row, from base till top.
For the reinforcement of the sculpture, a foundation and an inner metal construction will be used,
as well as a concrete and metal coating for the artwork structure.
A variety of gemstones will be installed on the surface of the snowman including semi-precious
Jade stones. The gemstones will be polished and treated with a special stone coating that will
create a water impermeable film. The surface will be coated and treated in such a way, that the
beach sand will not harm their appearance. The special glue that will be used between the stones
and the base structure will have the properties to resist cleaning and water pressure.
In addition, the artist will provide five artificial palm branches, perfectly designed for the sculpture.
The branches are of high quality stainless steel frame that allow strong winds to blow against.
Moreover and if desired, natural palm branches can be used and replaced every 3rd or 4th month.
The work can stay without the palm branch if desired, but it is important to note that the original
sculpture features one palm branch.
MAINTENANCE
There are no special requirements for maintaining the sculpture. For cleaning, water can be used to
wash out sand or other impureness, that may disturb the aspect of the sculpture.
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galleria fonti
via chiaia n229
napoli italia
zip 80132
tel/fax 0039 o8i 4114 09
www.galleriafonti.it
info@galleriafonti.it
Artist:
Daniel Knorr
Title:
Bonhomme
Date:
2017
Medium:
concrete, gemstones
Size:
ft. 6,5 x 10,5
The above-mentioned artwork is estimated by the gallery in a value of $ 500.000
City of Sunny Isles Beach
18070 Collins Avenue
Sunny Isles Beach, Florida 33160
(305) 947-0606 City Hall
(305) 949-3113 Fax
MEMORANDUM
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Commission
VIA: Christopher J. Russo, City Manager
FROM: Claudia Hasbun, Planning & Zoning Director
DATE: 7/20/2017
RE: Jade Signature Art Component "Bonhomme Universe"
by Daniel Knorr
RECOMMENDATION:
This resolution is presented for your consideration.
REASONS:
The Applicant is requesting approval for the installation of art
component by Daniel Knorr called "Bonhomme Universe" located at
the east side of Jade Signature project located at 16901 Collin Avenue
as described herein in Exhibit A.
The art component is in compliance with the section Art in Public
Places (104.4.2A and C) of City of Sunny Isles Beach Code of
Ordinance. It will be installed within the limits of property lines by a
professional artist to create the "Bonhomme Universe" on the depicted
area.
Staff does not have any objection to the installation of the art
component for Jade Signature provided that the conditions set forth are
satisfied.
ATTACHMENTS:
Description
Resolution
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