Woodwork I 1988
Mervyn Williams, Artist
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About the Work
"It
feels
as
though
this
piece
is
constantly
moving
and
wriggling
but
at
the
same
time
it's
also
wooden
and
rigid
–
energetic
but
also
meditative.
Reminds
me
of
the
fish
and
chip
shop
magic
eyes
of
my
childhood,
asking
you
to
search
for
the
hidden
picture."
- Jess Murphy, 'My Choice' exhibition series, June 2022
An example of Williams' use of wood as a result of his time as Tylee Cottage artist in residence.
- Jess Murphy, 'My Choice' exhibition series, June 2022
An example of Williams' use of wood as a result of his time as Tylee Cottage artist in residence.
Measurements
760 x 755mm
Media
wooden assemblage
Description
Deep wooden frame constructed from reclaimed ash coloured wood with splits in the grain. Inside the frame is a square panel of warm coloured wood with horizontal grain and a single knot at lower left of centre.
Credit Line
Collection of the Sarjeant Gallery Te Whare o Rehua Whanganui. Purchased, 1991
Collection Type
Permanent collection
Acquisition Date
1991
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Accession Number:
1991/2/2
