Artwork copyright Marith Berens. Photo courtesy of the artist.

Artwork copyright Marith Berens. Photo courtesy of Washington State Arts Commission.

Ceremony I, 1981

Marith Berens
Nationality unknown

Location: Central Washington University, Ellensburg

ABOUT THE ARTWORK

Ceremony I was created by artist Marith Berens. She made the abstract and geometric composition by combining Japanese papers, bamboo, string, and painted elements. The form and symbolism of this piece is open to the interpretation of the viewer.

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

ABOUT THE ARTIST

Seattle artist Marith Berens creates sculptures with handmade papers. Berens' birthdate and further biographical details are not known to us. If you can add to this information, please contact us at collections@arts.wa.gov.

ARTWORK DETAILS
Material CategoryWork on paper - mixed media
MediumJapanese papers, string, bamboo, and acrylic paint on canvas
Dimensions4 ft 11 in x 4 ft 7 in
ID NumberWSAC1982.113.000
Acquisition MethodDirect purchase
Artist LocationWashington, United States
Location Information
Agency
Artwork LocationCentral Washington University
McConnell hall
WA CountyKittitas
PlacementInterior
Site TypeUniversity
Address400 East University Way
Ellensburg, WA 98926
Geo. Coordinates47.000677, -120.541637
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