
Rochas from Pictures of Wire
Vik Muniz recreates the appearance of a rocky landscape by meticulously arranging tangles of wire, then photographing the result to produce this striking gelatin silver print. The monochromatic image plays with perception, challenging viewers to distinguish between the sculptural material and the natural forms it convincingly mimics. Part of his celebrated *Pictures of* series, this work reflects Muniz's ongoing fascination with illusion, representation, and the transformative power of humble, everyday materials.
- Medium
- Gelatin silver print.
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- Auction House · Phillips
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October 8, 2015
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