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The "Original Rhinestone Cowboy"

The work of Loy Bowlin, the "Original Rhinestone Cowboy," was exhibited at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center in an installation of his glitter and Christmas tree ornament-festooned living room in 2000. The project has expanded to include the bedroom and its magnificent ceiling, the bathroom, and hallway. The painstaking process of conservation and piecing the home back together was completed in December 2003. This was a massive project employing the skills of art conservators and technicians, an architect, carpenters, museum preparators, curators, and others. The home and numerous objects made by the artist will be on exhibit at the John Michael Kohler Arts Center.

 

 

 

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