Artwork copyright Amy Roberts. Photo courtesy of the artist.
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Artwork copyright Amy Roberts. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2017.
Portal, 1994
Amy Roberts
American (born 1956)
Location: Rainier Middle School, Auburn
ABOUT THE ARTWORK
Portal is a glass and metal sculpture created by artist Amy Roberts. This piece is part of her series highlighting contrasting materials. The composition symbolizes how we protect our vulnerability as individuals. She notes, “The exaggerated suggestion of control in the use of heavy metal hardware around the delicate glass forms is further enhanced by the glass being broken in areas. Planes of fractured glass within the structures suggest a precariousness and fragility which may collapse, but is both supported and protected by the huge metal brackets surrounding the glass.”
This artwork was acquired for the State Art Collection in partnership with .
ABOUT THE ARTIST
Northwest artist Amy Roberts combines glass elements with various metals and materials to produce abstract sculptures that explore light, form, and symbol. She studied at the Cleveland Institute of Art and Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, Northwestern Washington.
ARTWORK DETAILS
| Material Category | Sculpture - mixed media |
| Medium | Plate glass, copper, and wood |
| Dimensions | 30 in x 26 in x 20 in |
| ID Number | WSAC1995.266.000 |
| Acquisition Method | Direct purchase |
| Artist Location | Washington, United States |
Location Information
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| Artwork Location | Rainier Middle School 600 wing, Hallway, Across from gym |
| WA County | King |
| Placement | Interior |
| Site Type | Public School |
| Address | 30620 116th Ave. SE Auburn, WA 98092 |
| Geo. Coordinates | 47.32743, -122.185404 |
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