Artwork copyright Manya Shapiro. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Artwork copyright Manya Shapiro. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.
Stories, 1995
Manya Shapiro
(American, born 1937)
Location: Office of the Governor, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Stories is a constructed paper sculpture by artist Manya Shapiro that expresses the artist's interest in quilts, books, and handmade paper. She describes the layered book pieces as containers that hold memories, dreams, and ideas, and notes "we could all project out stories onto the piece."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Bremerton School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Portland, Oregon-based fiber artist Manya Shapiro combines traditional techniques with non-traditional materials to create abstract and conceptual artworks. She was born in Seattle, Washington and attended the University of Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - mixed media |
| Medium | Paper and string |
| Dimensions | 16 in x 20 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1995.380.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Oregon, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Office of the Governor |
| Artwork Location | Office of the Governor Insurance building, Outside of 100P |
| WA County | Thurston |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | State Agency |
| Address | 416 Sid Snyder Ave. SW Olympia, WA 98504 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.035749, -122.903330 |
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