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Roni Horn — Key and Cue, no. 1182 REMEMBRANCE HAS A REAR AND FRONT
Roni Horn

Key and Cue, no. 1182 REMEMBRANCE HAS A REAR AND FRONT

1994

A polished aluminum rod stands upright, its cool, industrial surface contrasting with a cast plastic tip that bears the enigmatic phrase "REMEMBRANCE HAS A REAR AND FRONT." Horn's work toys with language and object simultaneously, transforming a simple, utilitarian form into a vessel for philosophical reflection. The piece invites viewers to consider memory's dual nature — its capacity to look both backward and forward in time.

Medium
aluminum and cast plastic
Dimensions

Notes

Execution: Executed in 1994/1996, this work is number 3 from an edition of 3 plus 2 artist's proofs.

🔨 Auction Lot

Modern & Contemporary Art Day Sale, Afternoon Session

May 15, 2020

Estimate: $60,000$90,000

Sold: $88,900

Lot 68

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Roni Horn, Key and Cue, no. 1182 REMEMBRANCE HAS A REAR AND FRONT, 1994

A polished aluminum rod stands upright, its cool, industrial surface contrasting with a cast plastic tip that bears the enigmatic phrase "REMEMBRANCE HAS A REAR AND FRONT." Horn's work toys with language and object simultaneously, transforming a simple, utilitarian form into a vessel for philosophical reflection. The piece invites viewers to consider memory's dual nature — its capacity to look both backward and forward in time.

Medium
aluminum and cast plastic
Dimensions
5.1 x 5.1 cm
Year
1994
Seen at
Phillips, New York, London, Hong Kong

Related themes

Aluminum, Minimalist, Sculpture, Text Art, Conceptual Art, Contemporary Artist, American Artist, Cast Plastic, Neutral Tones, Female Artist

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