Artwork copyright Ries Niemi. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Isaac Newton Chair, 1996
Ries Niemi
(American, born 1955)
Location: Maplewood K-8 Parent Co-op School, Edmonds
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Isaac Newton Chair is part of artist Ries Niemi's series of powder-coated steel chairs that depict and celebrate famous figures and the concepts and ideas that surround each person. This chair commemorates the great natural philosopher, mathematician and physicist Sir Isaac Newton, whose theories and principles are fundamental to many different scientific fields.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Edmonds School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist and craftsman Ries Niemi creates sculptures and public installations using industrial fabrication techniques and industrial materials such as metal, wood, and plastics. He lives and works in the small town of Bow, Northwestern Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - coated metals |
| Medium | Powder-coated steel |
| Dimensions | 45 in x 28 in x 20 in |
| ID Number | WSAC2000.161.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Edmonds School District |
| Artwork Location | Maplewood K-8 Parent Co-op School Main entrance, Outside main office |
| WA County | Snohomish |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 8500 200th Place SW Edmonds, WA 98026 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.817046, -122.348581 |
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