The Manchester Argonaut
Introduction
The photograph on this page of The Manchester Argonaut by David Dixon as part of the Geograph project.
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The Manchester Argonaut
Image: © David Dixon Taken: 30 Dec 2022
The Manchester Argonaut is a new artwork by artist Jason Wilsher-Mills. The sculpture is designed to be a positive and authentic depiction of disability, reflecting personal stories and experiences, many of which, Jason encountered throughout lockdown. The work sends a positive message about disability and the rights of disabled people. Created especially for display at People’s History Museum as part of an exhibit highlighting the struggle for the rights of disabled rights people, the Manchester Argonaut’s colourfully decorated surface references the rich history and culture of Manchester and took its starting point from the city’s music. Appearing bright and humorous, this highly-imaginative piece is also a ‘Protest Song’ that creatively carries many messages of its own.
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Image Location
Latitude
53.481332
Longitude
-2.253263