A Recent History of the World, 1997-1998
Alexis Rockman
(American, born 1962)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
A Recent History of the World by artist Alexis Rockman is a parody of an old world map at the Museum of Natural History in New York City. Interested in the natural sciences, the artist depicts the world surrounded by images of extinct species, those nearing extinction, as well as references to cultures threatened by extinction.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with University of Washington.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Artist Alexis Rockman creates lush paintings that show a future landscape impacted by extinction, deforestation, climate change, genetic engineering, and ecological crises. His art expresses deep concerns about the future of our planet.
Rockman grew up in New York City. He studied animation at the Rhode Island School of Design (RISD), and continued studies at the School of Visual Arts in New York City, earning a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1985. He lives and works in New York City and Connecticut. Rockman has had exhibitions at the American Museum of Natural History in New York City, the Smithsonian American Art Museum in Washington D.C., and others.
ARTWORK DETAILS
Material Category | Painting - paint on rigid surface / mixed media |
Medium | Paper, oil paint, and acrylic paint on wood |
Dimensions | 4 ft 10 in x 21 ft |
ID Number | WSAC1996.042.001 |
Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
Artist Location | New York, United States |
Location Information
Agency | Washington State Arts Commission |
Artwork Location | Washington State Arts Commission Not on display. At ArtsWA pending conservation, framing, re-siting, or return to site. |
WA County | Thurston |
Placement | Interior |
Site Type | State Agency |
Address | 711 Capitol Way S., Suite 600 Olympia, WA 98504 |
Geo. Coordinates | 47.041975, -122.901474 |
Before Visiting | Some artworks may be located in areas not accessible to the general public (especially in K-12 public schools). Consider contacting the site prior to a visit to ensure access. |
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