Massive sculpture readied for move from Philadelphia Museum of Art

Monday, July 15, 2019
PHILADELPHIA (WPVI) -- There was a massive undertaking this morning outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art Monday morning.

A multi-ton sculpture was taken apart using heavy machinery, some careful maneuvering and a lot of protective wrap.
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The sculpture, called Social Consciousness, is being relocated to the University of Pennsylvania.

The process is expected to take several days.
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The sculptures are moving in preparation for renovations at the Philadelphia Museum of Art.

They're being moved to Penn on a 99-year loan.
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