The work was produced by casting the spaces around bookcases.
In this work the books represent not only the written word but also ideas and emotions; they are the result of human endeavour and as such memorialise experiences and others' lives. The work is made from four units.
More information
Title of artwork, date
Untitled (History), 2002
Date supported
2002
Medium and material
Plaster, polystyrene & steel
Dimensions
129 x 70 x 26 cm
Grant
40000
Total cost
120000
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