The Eagle and the Thrush, 2006
Miles Pepper
(American, born 1958)
Location: Michael Anderson Elementary School, Fairchild Air Force Base
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Miles Pepper's artwork was inspired by an Iroquois story of collaboration, where a small thrush soars high on an eagle's back until the eagle can go no further. The thrush journeys higher on its own, eventually hearing beautiful music and bringing it back to earth. At Michael Anderson Elementary, the story is a metaphor for the relationship of students to their teachers.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Medical Lake School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Pullman, Eastern Washington-based artist Miles Pepper creates kinetic sculptures for public spaces.
Pepper received a Bachelor of Arts degree from University of California, Davis. He received a Master of Arts degree from Washington State University in Pullman, where he is now on the faculty in the College of Engineering and Architecture Design and Fabrication Shop.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Sculpture - coated metals |
Medium | Fabricated metal, aluminum, and stainless steel |
Dimensions | 4 ft x 15 ft x 7 ft |
ID Number | WSAC2004.017.000 |
Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Medical Lake School District |
Artwork Location | Michael Anderson Elementary School Main entrance |
WA County | Spokane |
Placement | Exterior |
Site Type | Public School |
Address | 1000 Fairchild Street Fairchild Air Force Base, WA 99011 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.631491, -117.660242 |
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