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Felix González-Torres — 113 in. (287 cm) height

Felix González-Torres

113 in. (287 cm) height

1991

Felix González-Torres's minimalist installation consisting of two light bulbs, extension cords, and porcelain sockets, creating an ephemeral and intimate artwork. The piece evokes themes of vulnerability, mortality, and human presence through its simple, everyday materials.

Medium
2 light bulbs, extension cords and porcelain light sockets

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20th Century & Contemporary Art Evening Sale

May 17, 2023

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Felix González-Torres, 113 in. (287 cm) height, 1991

Felix González-Torres's minimalist installation consisting of two light bulbs, extension cords, and porcelain sockets, creating an ephemeral and intimate artwork. The piece evokes themes of vulnerability, mortality, and human presence through its simple, everyday materials.

Medium
2 light bulbs, extension cords and porcelain light sockets
Year
1991
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

1991, Conceptual Art, Installation Art, Felix González-Torres, Light, Intimacy, Mortality, Ephemeral, Minimalism, Contemporary

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Art Institute of Chicago