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Artwork copyright Frederick Heidel. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
Alar, 1975
Frederick Heidel
(American, born 1915, died 2000)
Location: Riverview Elementary School, Vancouver
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Alar is an abstract glass panel created by artist Frederick Heidel. The title refers to a term for a wing-shaped form.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Evergreen School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Frederick Heidel (1915-2000) was a Portland, Oregon-based painter and glass sculptor. Born in Corvallis, Oregon, he received a Bachelor of Science degree in painting from the University of Oregon. He went on to receive Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees from the Art Institute of Chicago. He received a grant to study in Holland's glass factories in 1968. He served as a professor of art at Portland State University from 1951 to 1980.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - glass |
| Medium | Heat-fused glass |
| Dimensions | 2 ft 6 in x 5 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC1975.020.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Oregon, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Evergreen School District |
| Artwork Location | Riverview Elementary School Media Center, Top of perimeter bookshelf |
| WA County | Clark |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 12601 SE Riverridge Dr. Vancouver, WA 98683 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 45.606599, -122.541249 |
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