Thesis
The Arch of Martha, Mama Kitty, and Chula
Washington State University
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Washington State University
2018
Handle:
https://hdl.handle.net/2376/100932
Abstract
Triumphal arches have been used by countless cultures across the centuries to commemorate significant individuals or events. An arch is but one way to represent these events, although monuments and memorials may also take the form of public statues or figures. In the United States there are over 5,100 public statues representing historical figures, yet only 394 of these works represent women. The Arch of Martha, Mama Kitty, and Chula subverts the traditionally 'masculine' form of the arch to honor the powerful women in my life. The patterns and shapes decorating the arch are taken from objects given to me by my mother, grandmother, and great aunt. The arch is a monument to the women who have all had a significant impact on my life and perception of myself.
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Details
- Title
- The Arch of Martha, Mama Kitty, and Chula
- Creators
- Marguerite Elizabeth Gilbertson
- Contributors
- Joe Hedges (Degree Supervisor)
- Awarding Institution
- Washington State University
- Academic Unit
- Fine Arts, Department of
- Theses and Dissertations
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Washington State University
- Publisher
- Washington State University; [Pullman, Washington] :
- Identifiers
- 99900525070001842
- Language
- English
- Resource Type
- Thesis