Artwork copyright Rita Chavez. Photo courtesy of the artist.
Lion, 1989
Rita Chavez
(American, born 1951)
Location: Gildo Rey Elementary School, Auburn
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Lion is a monotype print created by artist Rita Chavez. She states that animal figures are common in her artwork, and notes: "my Mexican heritage has very strong ties with the animal image, not only in myth but also in the reality of our historical antiquity." A monotype is a process in which ink is layered onto a plexiglass surface and scraped away by hand to reveal the image.
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with Auburn School District.
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Washington-based artist Rita Chavez creates artworks that explore allegorical and fantastical themes using a variety of materials. She grew up in South Dakota and received a Bachelor of Arts from South Dakota State University in 1973.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Work on paper - print |
| Medium | Monotype print, oil-based printers' ink on paper |
| Dimensions | 22 in x 29 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1990.218.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
| Agency | Auburn School District |
| Artwork Location | Gildo Rey Elementary School Library |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 1005 37th St. SE Auburn, WA 98002 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.277976, -122.216443 |
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