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Palm Desert, California: White Desert Animals on Fence

Sculpted by Raymond Hunter in 1992, "Desert Road" depicts large pale versions of desert animals.

Address:
42nd Ave., Palm Desert, CA
Directions:
Northeast side of the city. From Hwy 111 turn north onto Cook St. Drive 1.5 miles. Turn left onto 42nd Ave. Drive two blocks. You'll see the art along a white fence on the left.
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Desert Road

Unique art installation is mounted to streetside fences, at the corner of Hovley Garden and 42nd (off of Cook Street) in Palm Desert.

[Matt Gordon, 07/13/2016]

Kept in good shape by the dry air, "Desert Road" by Raymond Hunter has been on display since 1992.


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