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Mounir Fatmi — steel saw blade
Mounir Fatmi

steel saw blade

A steel saw blade is repurposed as a vehicle for artistic expression in this work by Mounir Fatmi, transforming an industrial tool into a contemplative object. The piece reflects Fatmi's ongoing exploration of technology, power, and the tension between construction and destruction. The raw, utilitarian nature of the material invites viewers to reconsider the relationship between labor, violence, and meaning.

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Under the Influence

April 13, 2015

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Mounir Fatmi, steel saw blade

A steel saw blade is repurposed as a vehicle for artistic expression in this work by Mounir Fatmi, transforming an industrial tool into a contemplative object. The piece reflects Fatmi's ongoing exploration of technology, power, and the tension between construction and destruction. The raw, utilitarian nature of the material invites viewers to reconsider the relationship between labor, violence, and meaning.

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Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Male Artist, Sculpture, Conceptual Art, Industrial Materials, Moroccan Artist, Post-Colonial Themes, Political Commentary, Metallic Tones, Contemporary Art, Found Objects

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