Artwork copyright Cork Marcheschi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.

Artwork copyright Cork Marcheschi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.

Artwork copyright Cork Marcheschi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.

Artwork copyright Cork Marcheschi. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.

Artwork copyright Cork Marcheschi. Photo courtesy of the artist.

The Dory (Rapture of the Deep), 2003

Cork Marcheschi
(American, born 1945)

Location: City of Hoquiam, Hoquiam

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist Cork Marcheschi created 'The Dory' to act as a beacon in the night. It appears to be a dream-like boat floating above the Hoquiam River near the Pacific Coast.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Department of Corrections.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

California-based artist Cork Marcheschi creates sculptures and installations for public spaces. He works in a variety of mediums to respond to each site. His use of light references our human response to nature.
Marcheschi attended California State College in Hayward. He received a Master of Fine Arts degree in sculpture at California College of Arts and Crafts in Oakland.