Pen/Sword
Pen/Sword relates to the verbal concept of the entire Streetcar project. Its dual emphasis is the relationship between words and actions - art of persuasion vs. the art of war.
Art Form: Sculpture
Location: Central
Collection(s): City of Tucson
Funding: Department of Transportation
Artist(s): Rafe Ropek
Rafe Ropek, Pen/Sword, 2013.
Comprised of four elements constructed of polished aluminum and stainless steel, artist Rafe Ropek materializes the phrase: 'The pen is mightier than the sword'. Depicting two kinetic stylized 'pens' rising over two stylized 'swords', Diaz highlights the juxtaposition of the mobile elements versus the static elements that appear to be jousting.
Address: Modern Streetcar Stop: 2nd St. & Highland
