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Artwork copyright Bill Whipple. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
The Tool Using Animal, 1990
Bill Whipple
(American, born 1947)
Location: Franklin High School, Seattle
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
The Tool Using Animal by artist Bill Whipple celebrates the evolution of our use of tools and our processes of design. Installed outside of the drafting workshop at Franklin High School, this piece shares its theme with Whipple's Metal Mural installation.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Seattle School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Bill Whipple creates viewer-activated sculptures made of various materials including wood and metal. He lives and works in Seattle, Washington. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Washington in 1970.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - stone / ceramics / terracotta |
| Medium | Sandblasted granite rock |
| Dimensions | 40 in x 5 ft 4 in x 3/4 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1989.048.002 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Seattle Public Schools |
| Artwork Location | Franklin High School 1st floor, Outside drafting room |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 3013 S. Mt. Baker Blvd Seattle, WA 98144 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.576131, -122.292925 |
| 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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