The Tool Using Animal, 1990

Bill Whipple
American (born 1947)

Location: Franklin High School, Seattle

About the Artwork

The Tool Using Animal by artist Bill Whipple celebrates the evolution of our use of tools and our processes of design. Installed outside of the drafting workshop at Franklin High School, this piece shares its theme with Whipple's Metal Mural installation.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Seattle Public Schools.

About the Artist

Northwest artist Bill Whipple creates viewer-activated sculptures made of various materials including wood and metal. He lives and works in Seattle, Washington. He received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Washington in 1970.

Material Category	Sculpture - stone/ceramics/terracotta
Medium	Sandblasted granite rock
Dimensions	40 in x 5 ft 4 in x 3/4 in
ID Number	WSAC1989.048.002
Acquisition Method	Site responsive commission
Artist Location	Washington, United States

Agency	Seattle Public Schools
Artwork Location	Franklin High School 1st floor, Outside drafting room.
WA County	King County
Placement	Interior
Site Type	Public School
Address	3013 S. Mt. Baker Blvd. Seattle, WA 98144
Geo. Coordinates	47.576131, -122.292925
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The Tool Using Animal, 1990

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