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Artwork copyright Elwood Jones. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Oriental Poppy, 1992
Elwood Jones
(American, born 1925, died 2005)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Oriental Poppy was created by late photographer Elwood Jones. He used a unique and intimate perspective to highlight the vibrant colors and dramatic structure of his subject. 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 | WSAC1996.243.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Washington State Arts Commission |
| Artwork Location | Washington State Arts Commission Not on display. At ArtsWA pending conservation, framing, re-siting, or return to site. |
| WA County | Thurston |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | State Agency |
| Address | 711 Capitol Way S., Suite 600 Olympia, WA 98504 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.041975, -122.901474 |
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