
The Living Series: When you've been someplace ..., 1989 17 x 36 x 18 in (43.1 x 91.4 x 45.7 cm)
Jenny Holzer's monumental text-based installation uses enlarged typography and spatial composition to explore memory and the subjective nature of place. The work exemplifies her characteristic practice of transforming language into sculptural form, inviting viewers to contemplate how personal experience shapes our understanding of locations. Created during the height of her conceptual practice, this piece demonstrates Holzer's commitment to making philosophical inquiry accessible through public, three dimensional presentation.
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Lily Tomlin and Jane Wagner: Wit, Women and the Art of Collecting
April 9, 2026
Estimate: $80,000 – $120,000
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