The Island, 2005

Jerry Mayer
American (born 1946)

Location: McNeil Island Special Commitment Center, McNeil Island

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Artist Jerry Mayer's landscape sculpture The Island is formed in the shape of the island (McNeil Island) on which it is located, in Puget Sound. It encourages self-reflection and meditation at a specialized mental health treatment facility operated by the Department of Social and Health Services.

This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with .

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Portland, Oregon-based artist Jerry Mayer creates sculptures in a variety of mediums. He is a founding member of Nine Gallery in Portland, Oregon.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategorySculpture - landscapes
MediumSand-set flagstone and plants
Dimensions56 in x 56 in x 3 1/2 in
ID NumberWSAC2004.011.000
Acquisition MethodSite responsive commission
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
Agency
Artwork LocationMcNeil Island Special Commitment Center
McNeil Island yard
WA CountyPierce
PlacementExterior
Site TypeState Agency
Address
McNeil Island, WA 98388
Geo. Coordinates47.215225, -122.687072
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