Ab Ovo - Titan's Lantern, 2006

Norman Courtney
American (born 1947, died 2017)

Location: Todd Beamer High School, Federal Way

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Norman Courtney drew inspiration from classical Greek mythology to create this work that evokes change, maturity, and growth at Federal Way's Todd Beamer High School.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Artist Norman Courtney (1947-2017) created sculptural installations for public spaces. Discussing his public sculptures, he noted, "It is important to reach out and involve an audience and to engage them in ways that they might not expect." Courtney was based in Seattle. In 1978, he founded the glass program at Pratt Fine Arts Center in Seattle. He also taught at Pilchuck Glass school in Stanwood, Northwestern Washington, from 1974 until 1992.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategorySculpture - coated metals
MediumPerforated stainless steel, cast concrete, enameled aluminum, and light
Dimensions13 ft 2 in x 30 in x 30 in
ID NumberWSAC2004.025.000
Acquisition MethodSite responsive commission
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
Agency
Artwork LocationTodd Beamer High School
On loop, Fields and building
WA CountyKing
PlacementExterior
Site TypePublic School
Address35999 16th Ave S.
Federal Way, WA 98003
Geo. Coordinates47.277611, -122.315775
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