Pen/Sword
Playing upon the phrase, 'The pen is mightier than the sword', artist Rafe Ropek depicts a grouping of stylized pens and swords, referencing the relationship of words and actions.
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
