Red Horses, 1993

Liza vonRosenstiel
American (born 1954)

Location: Sunrise Elementary School, Kent

About the Artwork

Artist and teacher Liza vonRosenstiel draws imagery and inspiration from animals and the natural world, painting narratives that inspire the viewer's imagination to create their own stories. In Red Horses the figures are painted onto a repurposed chair seat.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Kent School District.

About the Artist

Longtime Washington artist and teacher Liza vonRosenstiel draws imagery and inspiration from animals and the natural world. Her paintings inspire the viewer to imagine their own stories. Her art is also inspired by the news, Indian miniatures, and early Italian painting.

Liza vonRosenstiel earned a Bachelor of Fine Art degree from the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD) in 1978. She previously taught at Deep Springs College, an undergraduate institution and working cattle ranch in the desert of California. She now makes her home in Arizona.

Material Category	Painting - paint on rigid surface/mixed media
Medium	Oil paint on wooden chair seat with added carved wood elements
Dimensions	23 in x 22 in x 2 in
ID Number	WSAC1995.104.000
Acquisition Method	Curated Selection
Artist Location	Arizona, United States

Agency	Kent School District
Artwork Location	Sunrise Elementary School Library, East wall.
WA County	King County
Placement	Interior
Site Type	Public School
Address	22300 132nd Ave. SE Kent, WA 98042
Geo. Coordinates	47.403486, -122.164259
Before Visiting	Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access.
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Red Horses, 1993

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