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Featured Work
Deer Island, Maine
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Thomas NasonPrint (INTERIOR)
Orange County Courthouse
About the Artwork
This print, created in 1935 and measuring approximately 6.5 x 9 inches, can be seen in the south hallway on the third floor.
About the Artist
Thomas Nason
Thomas Nason is known for the skill of his wood engraving of simple architectural themes. He was educated at Tufts University, and in 1929, recognition began when he won first prize for his engraving at the Philadelphia Print Club. Subsequently he was honored at The Art Institute of Chicago, 1930, the City of Warsaw, Poland, 1933, the Library of Congress, 1943, and the Society of American Etchers.
Did you know?
Hughlette "Tex" Wheeler left Christmas, FL to became one of the most renowned equine sculptors in the early 20th Century with public sculptures of Sea Buisquit and of Will Roger's Horse. He died back in Christmas, FL.
Discover Art in Central Florida!
For those who have eyes to see, there are hundreds of works of art around them.
This web site provides some information on many of those works of art that can
be regularly viewed in Orange County by any member of the public without an
admission fee. They are outside in public view, or located in an interior area
that is normally open to the public.
Look around this web site and find something that interests you. Then go see it
in person. The information you find here will add to the pleasure of exploring
public art in Central Florida.
If, in your travels around Orange County, you come across some public art that
is not listed here, please let us know so we can add it. If you are aware of
additional information about art or artist that is included here, again, please
let us know. Together we can make this an incredible resource for people seeking
to spice up their life through exploring art.