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Artwork copyright Obie Simonis. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2021.

Artwork copyright Obie Simonis. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2021.

Artwork copyright Obie Simonis. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Sursum Corda, 1977

Obie Simonis
American

Location: Pierce College - Fort Steilacoom, Lakewood

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Sursum Corda is an abstract sculpture created by artist Obie Simonis. The title is Latin, and translates to "Lift up your hearts." This phrase is the opening of an ancient Christian prayer dating back to the third century.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Obie Simonis creates free-standing and site-specific sculpture. Raised in Eastern Oregon, he first studied at Portland State University and received a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Oregon. He served as an artist-in-residence at Lewis & Clark College in Portland, Oregon in 1978. He later moved to Massachusetts, where he lives and works.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategorySculpture - coated metals
MediumChrome steel and marble
Dimensions3 ft 2 in x 3 ft
ID NumberWSAC1977.041.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationMassachusetts, United States
Location Information
Agency
Artwork LocationPierce College - Fort Steilacoom
Cascade building, 4th floor, Library, Outside
WA CountyPierce
PlacementInterior
Site TypeCollege
Address9401 Farwest Dr. SW
Lakewood, WA 98498
Geo. Coordinates47.172018, -122.571889
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