Artwork copyright Dale Gottlieb. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Wading Bird, 1995-1998
Dale Gottlieb
(American, born 1952)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Wading Bird is part of a series of "Story Rugs" inspired by literature and multicultural folklore and created by Northwest textile artist Dale Gottlieb. The 8-foot-tall artwork was fabricated in collaboration with a Tibetan Buddhist family who produce rugs using traditional hand-knotting techniques.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Lake Washington School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Dale Gottlieb creates rugs, paintings, and children's books that depict narrative imagery inspired by literature, folklore and history. She notes that "My work is about freedom and often inspired by people's stories about their struggle to live free from persecution."
Gottlieb earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from Alfred University in New York State in 1975. She lives and works in Bellingham, Northwestern Washington. In 2003, the Whatcom Museum curated the exhibition "Story Rugs: Tales of Freedom: The Work of Dale Gottlieb".
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Textile / fiber / organic materials |
| Medium | Wool |
| Dimensions | 8 ft 6 in x 4 ft 6 in (irregular dimensions) |
| ID Number | WSAC1999.038.000 |
| 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 |
| 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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