A Collection, 1997
Harold Balazs
(American, born 1928, died 2017)
Location: Bellevue College, Bellevue
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
With beginnings in small-scale fine metal working, artist Harold Balazs began working larger when he was invited to collaborate with architects in the mid-1960s. Of making artwork, Balazs said "I make stuff because it's better than not making stuff."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Secretary of State.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Celebrated Spokane, Washington-based artist Harold Balazs (1928-2017) created abstract sculptures and public art installations in a variety of materials.
Born in Ohio, Harold Balazs's family moved to Spokane in the 1940s. He received a Bachelor of Arts degree in 1951 from Washington State College (now Washington State University) in Pullman, Eastern Washington. Many of his works are prominently featured in Spokane's public spaces. He was honored with a Washington State Governor's Arts and Heritage Award in 1988. Balazs continued to produce artworks into his late eighties, saying "I make stuff because it's better than not making stuff."
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Sculpture - other metals |
Medium | Stainless steel, aluminum, and concrete |
Dimensions | 24 ft x 16 ft x 14 in |
ID Number | WSAC1996.023.00A-D |
Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Bellevue College |
Artwork Location | Bellevue College West side of NWCET building, Puget Sound Regional Archives entrance |
WA County | King |
Placement | Exterior |
Site Type | College |
Address | 3000 Landerholm Circle SE Bellevue, WA 98007 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.582016, -122.150734 |
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