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Artwork copyright Dana Boussard. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
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Artwork copyright Dana Boussard. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
The Great Flood, 1979
Dana Boussard
(American, born 1944)
Location: Salnave Elementary School, Cheney
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
The Great Flood is a monumental tapestry created by textile artist Dana Boussard from painted and hand sewn appliqued fabric. The abstract imagery uses repeated symbols to depict the geology of the Spokane Valley region. Different elements depict the rise and fall of flood waters, cracks and fissures that formed the landscape, and the birds, fish, and animals that lived there.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Cheney School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Montana-based artist Dana Boussard creates narrative-driven paintings, drawings, fiber works, and glass installations. Her works explore concepts of home, memory and spirituality. She received the Montana Governor's Arts Award in 1987. Boussard is a non-Native artist.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Textile / fiber / organic materials |
| Medium | Dyed and constructed fabric |
| Dimensions | 18 ft x 4 in x 7 ft 9 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1979.033.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Montana, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Cheney School District |
| Artwork Location | Salnave Elementary School Arena |
| WA County | Spokane |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1015 Salnave Rd. Cheney, WA 99004 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.481361, -117.596417 |
| 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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