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Artwork copyright Bill Whipple. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.
Metal Mural, 1990
Bill Whipple
(American, born 1947)
Location: Franklin High School, Seattle
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Metal Mural by artist Bill Whipple combines various metal materials into a checkerboard installation. Created to stimulate thought and conversation about the purpose of tools and the process of making, the installation is bordered by descriptions of basic tool uses. It is installed at the entrance to the woodshop at Franklin High School.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Seattle School District.
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.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - coated metals |
| Medium | Metal |
| Dimensions | 9 ft 4 in x 14 ft |
| ID Number | WSAC1989.048.001 |
| Acquisition Method | Site responsive commission |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Seattle Public Schools |
| Artwork Location | Franklin High School 1st floor, Outside woodshop, Room 27 |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 3013 S. Mt. Baker Blvd Seattle, WA 98144 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.576131, -122.292925 |
| 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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