Artwork copyright Katherine Holzknecht. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Quiver, 1998
Katherine Holzknecht
(American, born 1954)
Location: Edison Elementary School, Tacoma
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Quiver is a mixed-media wall sculpture by artist Katherine Holzknecht. This piece is part of a series of metal wall sculptures that feature a patina finish. The artist thought of the idea for the shape and composition of this piece while hiking at Crystal Lake near Mount Rainier. She notes, “It was a funny shape, sort of like a guitar or a jesters hat, and that is what I like about it. It reminds you of something, but nothing specific.” The title also contains multiple references and meanings. Quiver could mean a container for arrows, or the trembling feeling we get from excitement and emotion.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Tacoma School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Katherine Holzknecht creates artworks in cast cement, mixed material wall assemblage, watercolor paints, and stained glass.
Holzknecht earned a Bachelor of Arts degree and a Master of Arts degree in Textile Design and Fiber Arts from the University of Washington in Seattle. She lives and works in Woodinville, Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Mixed media |
| Dimensions | 34 in x 28 in x 4 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1998.169.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Tacoma Public Schools |
| Artwork Location | Edison Elementary School Art room |
| WA County | Pierce |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 5830 S Pine St Tacoma, WA 98409 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.203156, -122.474046 |
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