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Artwork copyright Irene Pijoan. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
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Artwork copyright Irene Pijoan. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Integument, 1999
Irene Pijoan
(Swiss, born 1953, died 2004)
Location: University of Washington - Harborview Medical Center Research and Training Facility, Seattle
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Integument is part of a three-part installation by artist Irene Pijoan. The three artworks conceptually depict different human systems and relate to the medical specialties at Harborview Medical Center in Seattle. This component Integument is related to trauma and burns. It features imagery inspired by a cross-section of human skin. The artwork acts as the outer membrane (like skin) for the entrance of the building.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with University of Washington.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist Irene Pijoan (1953-2004) created conceptually powerful figurative and abstract artworks using a wide range of materials and techniques. She was an influential professor at the San Francisco Art Institute in California for over 20 years.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - other metals |
| Medium | Cut aluminum |
| Dimensions | 13 ft 7 1/4 in x 21 ft 4 1/2 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1998.004.001 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | California, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | University of Washington |
| Artwork Location | University of Washington - Harborview Medical Center Research and Training Facility South entrance |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Exterior |
| Site Type | University |
| Address | 300 9th Ave. Seattle, WA 98104 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.603672, -122.322851 |
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