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David Altmejd : the index

by Louise Dery, David Altmejd

This volume examines a sculptural installation for the 2007 Venice Biennial, featuring an intricate aviary of glass, steel, and quartz. The work incorporates hybrid figures and mirrors to explore themes of life and death within a glass display case.

Accession 2048 ISBN 9782920325180 Publisher Galerie de l'UQAM
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