Orb, 1975

Frederick Heidel
(American, born 1915, died 2000)

Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Evergreen School District.

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Artist Frederick Heidel (1915-2000) was a Portland, Oregon-based painter and glass sculptor. Born in Corvallis, Oregon, he received a Bachelor of Science degree in painting from the University of Oregon. He went on to receive Bachelor of Fine Arts and Master of Fine Arts degrees from the Art Institute of Chicago. He received a grant to study in Holland's glass factories in 1968. He served as a professor of art at Portland State University from 1951 to 1980.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategorySculpture - glass
MediumResin-laminated glass
Dimensions40 1/2 in x 38 1/2 in x 1/4 in
ID NumberWSAC1975.021.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationOregon, United States
Location Information
AgencyWashington State Arts Commission
Artwork LocationWashington State Arts Commission
Not on display. At ArtsWA pending conservation, framing, re-siting, or return to site.
WA CountyThurston
PlacementInterior
Site TypeState Agency
Address711 Capitol Way S., Suite 600
Olympia, WA 98504
Geo. Coordinates47.041975, -122.901474
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