Salt Marsh, 1971

Kenneth Callahan
(American, born 1905, died 1986)

Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Salt Marsh is an exuberant work of large gestural forms and vibrant colors by the Northwest artist Kenneth Callahan.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Northwest artist and curator Kenneth Callahan (1905-1986) created expressive paintings and murals in a distinct regional style influenced by Asian art, Northwest history, and nature. He was an important figure in the Northwest art school of the 1930s and 40s. Callahan was honored with a Washington State Governor's Arts and Heritage Award in 1983.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryPainting - paint on fabric
MediumTempera paint on canvas
Dimensions41 in x 51 in
ID NumberWSAC1989.064.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
AgencyWashington State Arts Commission
Artwork LocationWashington State Arts Commission
Not on display. At ArtsWA pending re-siting.
WA CountyThurston
PlacementInterior
Site TypeState Agency
Address711 Capitol Way S., Suite 600
Olympia, WA 98504
Geo. Coordinates47.035745, -122.903331
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