Artwork copyright Bet Borgeson. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Draft Horse and Madrones, 1992
Bet Borgeson
(American, born 1940)
Location: Ilalko Elementary School, Auburn
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Draft Horse and Madrones is an intricate and whimsical colored-pencil drawing by artist Bet Borgeson. Many of the artist's drawings depict a narrative that is open for interpretation by the viewer. The draft horse is bred to be a large and powerful "ally to man," and the artist notes that she combines the animal with a vibrant landscape to "suggest an ironic combination of power and innocence."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Auburn School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Bet Borgeson creates richly detailed colored pencil drawings. She teaches art and has published several books on colored pencil techniques.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - drawing |
| Medium | Colored pencil on museum board |
| Dimensions | 26 in x 18 1/2 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1993.047.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | California, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Auburn School District |
| Artwork Location | Ilalko Elementary School Entrance to hallway |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 301 Oravetz Place SE Auburn, WA 98092 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.263994, -122.227704 |
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