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Simon Starling : in speculum

by Simon Starling

This survey exhibition explores the relationship between art, technology, and history through manufacturing and scientific research. It includes a major commission based on the Great Melbourne Telescope and works focused on the site of the studio and workshop.

Accession 22025 ISBN 9780987295262 Publisher Monash University Museum of Art
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