“Mabel”

The Aster, Sarasota Florida

This sculptural portrait by Zachary Oxman honors Mabel Ringling’s lasting influence on Sarasota’s cultural legacy. More than the wife of a circus mogul, Mabel (1875-1929) was a visionary whose love for art and design helped shape Sarasota into a thriving arts center. Her portrait is framed by a purple Aster flower indigenous to Florida. Not only the building’s namesake but a symbol of Sarasota’s creative spirit,each petal reflects Mabel’s timeless contribution. Her vision continues to bloom, inspiring the city’s vibrant cultural heart today.