Artwork copyright Elwood Jones. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Chinese Lanterns, 1992
Elwood Jones
(American, born 1925, died 2005)
Location: Naches Valley Middle School, Naches
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
In Chinese Lanterns late photographer Elwood Jones captures vibrant contrasting colors and an intimate perspective. This piece is part of the artist's lifelong body of work dedicated to presenting the "universal expression" of flowers as symbols of "peace, sorrow, love, and joy."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Naches Valley School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Seattle-based psychiatrist Dr. Elwood Jones (1925-2005) was an accomplished photographer, with works collected nationally. Best known for his intimate compositions of flowers, Jones sought to "preserve in imagery their ephemeral beauty."
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - photograph |
| Medium | Silver dye bleach print on paper |
| Dimensions | 15 in x 22 1/4 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1996.241.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Naches Valley School District |
| Artwork Location | Naches Valley Middle School Conference room |
| WA County | Yakima |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 32 Shafer Avenue Naches, WA 98937 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 46.729314, -120.697055 |
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