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Artwork copyright Kenneth Callahan. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission, 2016.

Salt Marsh, 1971

Kenneth Callahan
American (born 1905, died 1986)

Location: Office of the Governor, Olympia

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Salt Marsh is an exuberant work of large gestural forms and vibrant colors by the Northwest artist Kenneth Callahan.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Northwest artist and curator Kenneth Callahan (1905-1986) created expressive paintings and murals in a distinct regional style influenced by Asian art, Northwest history, and nature. He was an important figure in the Northwest art school of the 1930s and 40s. Callahan was honored with a Washington State Governor's Arts and Heritage Award in 1983.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryPainting - paint on fabric
MediumTempera paint on canvas
Dimensions41 in x 51 in
ID NumberWSAC1989.064.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
Agency
Artwork LocationOffice of the Governor
Insurance building, 100Y
WA CountyThurston
PlacementInterior
Site TypeState Agency
Address416 Sid Snyder Ave. SW Legislative Building, Capitol Campus
Olympia, WA 98504
Geo. Coordinates47.035749, -122.90333
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