Windows into the Past | Tony Pankiw

Artist's Statement

This artwork pays homage to the local history and community of Annie Dorrington Park and its surrounds. Pankiw was particularly inspired by the artist Annie Dorrington and her story and has included references to that her art practice in the canopy of this sculpture.

Artwork Description

The artwork has connections to the site and references the artist Annie Dorrington in the decorative panels on top of the smallest of the two peaked ‘roof’ forms. The artwork is interactive, with sections for community members to sit on and play around the various organic forms. The canopy of the sculpture features detailed motifs referencing the history of the site, which is located next to Montgomery Hall in Mt Claremont. Annie Dorrington was a local artist who resided for a time at Montgomery Hall and who was one of the original contributing artists to the Australian Flag. The panels on the larger ‘roof’ form reference the activities that Montgomery Hall has hosted over many generations: social dances, theatre, movie nights, as well as the local community – children on scooters, wedding celebrations and more.

Acquisition Details

This artwork was commissioned by the City of Nedlands in 2019.