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Anish Kapoor — black granite
Anish Kapoor

black granite

A massive, highly polished black granite form looms with an imposing yet meditative presence, its mirror-like surface absorbing and reflecting the surrounding space in deep, enigmatic darkness. Kapoor's characteristic exploration of void and materiality is embodied in the stone's dense, impenetrable surface, which simultaneously draws the viewer in while suggesting an unfathomable depth within. The work challenges perception, blurring the boundary between the physical object and the infinite, contemplative darkness it appears to contain.

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Contemporary Art Evening Sale

February 12, 2015

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Anish Kapoor, black granite

A massive, highly polished black granite form looms with an imposing yet meditative presence, its mirror-like surface absorbing and reflecting the surrounding space in deep, enigmatic darkness. Kapoor's characteristic exploration of void and materiality is embodied in the stone's dense, impenetrable surface, which simultaneously draws the viewer in while suggesting an unfathomable depth within. The work challenges perception, blurring the boundary between the physical object and the infinite, contemplative darkness it appears to contain.

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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Void And Absence, Dark Mood, Abstract Art, Stone Medium, Material Exploration, Void And Darkness, Male Artist, Sculpture, Contemporary Artist, Renowned Sculptor, Three Dimensional Form, Acclaimed Sculptor, Abstract Sculpture, Contemporary Art, Black Color Palette, Black Stone, Monochromatic, Reflective Surface, Minimalism, Granite Material, British Indian Artist

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Alex Capecelatro