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Artwork copyright Kathryn Glowen. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2022.
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Artwork copyright Kathryn Glowen. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2022.
Duck Down, 1988
Kathryn Glowen
(American, born 1941)
Location: Washington State Arts Commission, Olympia
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Artist Kathryn Glowen created the mixed-media sculpture Duck Down for an exhibition at Skagit Valley College in 1988. She used recycled objects to create this whimsical piece. She notes, "The title is a play on words, as in a duck landing, ducking for cover, or duck feathers… The shape and form of the sculpture suggests a figure—a globe for a head, with a hat and a wooden duck above. It is playful and humorous."
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Monroe School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest Artist Kathryn Glowen creates sculptures using recycled objects and materials.
Born in Seattle, Glowen has lived with her family on a farm in Arlington, Northwestern Washington since 1978. She studied fine art and graphic design at Washington State University in Pullman, Eastern Washington, and the University of Tulsa in Oklahoma.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Medium | Painted wood, felt hat, metal globe, copper, and string |
| Dimensions | 42 in x 14 in x 11 in (overall) |
| ID Number | WSAC1991.065.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, 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 |
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