Artwork copyright Tucker Petertil. Photo courtesy of the artist.
From Here to Who Knows Where, 1993
Tucker Petertil
(American, born 1948)
Location: Curlew High and Elementary School, Curlew
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Tucker Petertil creates works of art informed by his love of music, his interest in spirituality, and the experience of temporarily losing his sight. His mosaic From Here to Who Knows Where references ancient religious triptychs carried by monks on pilgrimages. The imagery depicts a figure in the act of listening, with a abstract yellow spiral evoking music and sound.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Curlew School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Olympia, Washington-based mosaic artist Tucker Petertil creates tile sculptures that explore color, structure and narrative.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - stone / ceramics / terracotta |
| Medium | Ceramic tile mosaic |
| Dimensions | 44 1/2 in x 52 1/2 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1995.188.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Curlew School District |
| Artwork Location | Curlew High and Elementary School Cafeteria |
| WA County | Ferry |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 47 Curlew School Rd Curlew, WA 99118 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 48.874488, -118.604363 |
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