JEFFREY SCHIFF

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Possessions

1984-6
granite, reinforced concrete
Dimensions variable

Found blocks of granite encased in cast concrete with concrete handles, transforming the granite into a transportable object.

essays and reviews


Dam and Iron (16″x7″x10″) and (12″x12″x6″) granite, concrete


Rocker (10″x10″x9″) granite, concrete





 
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Possessions

August 28, 2014 by jschiff@wesleyan.edu

1984-6
granite, reinforced concrete
Dimensions variable

Found blocks of granite encased in cast concrete with concrete handles, transforming the granite into a transportable object.

essays and reviews


Dam and Iron (16″x7″x10″) and (12″x12″x6″) granite, concrete


Rocker (10″x10″x9″) granite, concrete





 

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