Commissions North

Silvas Capitalis

Silvas Capitalis

Silvas Capitalis' (forest head) is a giant timber head created by American artists Simparch. It is one of a number of new artworks along the Lakeside Way, which act as a shelters and stopping points for cyclists and walkers.

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Image courtesy of David Williams

Programme
Kielder

Artist(s)
Simparch.

Client
Kielder Partnership

Location
Kielder

Project Management
Kilder Art and Architecture

Completion Date
2009



Commissions North is supported within the Arts Council England, North East and is also funded by the European Regional Development Fund.

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